Panasonic GX1 vs Panasonic SZ10

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic GX1 vs Panasonic SZ10, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are built by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GX1 (16MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is relatively close but the GX1 (Four Thirds) and SZ10 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The GX1 was revealed 3 years earlier than the SZ10 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic SZ10 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the GX1 grades versus the SZ10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GX1 Gallery and Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic GX1 has external dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ10 has sizing of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic GX1 vs Panasonic SZ10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the GX1 versus the SZ10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX1 and SZ10 is 87 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX1 and SZ10.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with the identical megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizing. The GX1 features the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF simpler. The older GX1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.