Panasonic GX1 vs Panasonic ZS45

Let's look a bit more closely at the Panasonic GX1 and Panasonic ZS45, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GX1 (16MP) and the ZS45 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the GX1 (Four Thirds) and ZS45 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The GX1 was revealed 3 years earlier than the ZS45 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS45 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the GX1 scores vs the ZS45 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic GX1 Gallery and Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic GX1 offers physical measurements of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") and a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS45 has specifications of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check the Panasonic GX1 and Panasonic ZS45 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the GX1 vs the ZS45.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the GX1 and ZS45 is 87 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The photograph below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the GX1 and ZS45.

To sum up, both of those cameras have the same MP albeit different sensor sizing. The GX1 includes the bigger sensor which is going to make getting bokeh easier. The older GX1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.