Panasonic GX1 vs Panasonic L1

The following is a extended overview of the Panasonic GX1 and Panasonic L1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR and both are designed by Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the GX1 (16MP) and L1 (7MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (Four Thirds).

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The GX1 was introduced 4 years after the L1 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic L1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the GX1 matches up vs the L1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GX1 Gallery & Panasonic L1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GX1 enjoys physical dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs) while the Panasonic L1 has measurements of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic GX1 and Panasonic L1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the GX1 compared to the L1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the GX1 and L1 is 87 and 65 respectively.

Often, its difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading through specs. The pic here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX1 and L1.

All in all, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Panasonic GX1 to resolve greater detail using its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer GX1 will have a benefit in sensor technology.