Panasonic GX1 vs Panasonic ZR1

Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic GX1 vs Panasonic ZR1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are produced by Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the GX1 (16MP) and ZR1 (12MP) and the GX1 (Four Thirds) and ZR1 (1/2.3") boast different sensor measurements.

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The GX1 was released 2 years later than the ZR1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZR1 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the GX1 matches up against the ZR1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX1 Gallery and Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic GX1 features outside dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs) while the Panasonic ZR1 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the GX1 versus the ZR1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the GX1 and ZR1 is 87 and 94 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the GX1 and ZR1.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The GX1 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic GX1 will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The younger GX1 provides an edge in sensor tech.