Panasonic LF1 vs Panasonic ZS1

Its time to look much closer at the Panasonic LF1 vs Panasonic ZS1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the LF1 (12MP) and the ZS1 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the LF1 (1/1.7") and ZS1 (1/2.5") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The LF1 was introduced 4 years after the ZS1 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the LF1 matches up versus the ZS1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LF1 Gallery and Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LF1 has got exterior dimensions of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS1 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic LF1 vs Panasonic ZS1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the LF1 compared to the ZS1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LF1 and ZS1 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by reading through a spec sheet. The image underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the LF1 and ZS1.

As you can see, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The LF1 with its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic LF1 will resolve more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer LF1 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.