Panasonic LF1 vs Panasonic ZR1

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Panasonic LF1 and Panasonic ZR1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the LF1 (12MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is relatively close but the LF1 (1/1.7") and ZR1 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizes.

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The LF1 was revealed 4 years after the ZR1 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the LF1 matches up against the ZR1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic LF1 Gallery & Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic LF1 provides outside measurements of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZR1 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the LF1 compared to the ZR1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the LF1 and ZR1 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing specs. The picture here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the LF1 and ZR1.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got the exact same megapixels albeit different sensor sizes. The LF1 features the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh easier. The newer LF1 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.