Panasonic L1 vs Panasonic LF1

On this page, we are contrasting the Panasonic L1 versus Panasonic LF1, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the L1 (7MP) and LF1 (12MP) and the L1 (Four Thirds) and LF1 (1/1.7") have different sensor measurements.

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The L1 was revealed 7 years earlier than the LF1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic L1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic LF1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the L1 scores vs the LF1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic L1 Gallery and Panasonic LF1 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic L1 provides physical measurements of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LF1 has specifications of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic L1 versus Panasonic LF1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the L1 and the LF1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the L1 and LF1 is 65 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by seeing a spec sheet. The image below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the L1 and LF1.

Clearly, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The L1 with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic LF1 will provide greater detail because of its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged L1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.