Panasonic GX1 vs Panasonic ZS15

Below, we will be evaluating the Panasonic GX1 versus Panasonic ZS15, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the GX1 (16MP) and ZS15 (12MP) and the GX1 (Four Thirds) and ZS15 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The GX1 was revealed 4 months earlier than the ZS15 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the GX1 grades against the ZS15 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX1 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GX1 has got external measurements of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS15 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic GX1 versus Panasonic ZS15 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the GX1 compared to the ZS15.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the GX1 and ZS15 is 87 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing specs. The image below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the GX1 and ZS15.

As you can plainly see, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GX1 with its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic GX1 will result in greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively.