Panasonic GF1 vs GH1 vs. G1 key differences
 Panasonic DMC GF1  |
 Panasonic DMC GH1 |
 Panasonic DMC G1 |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Sensor | • 4/3 type MOS ('Live MOS sensor') • 13.06 million total pixels • 12.11 million effective pixels • RGB (Primary) color filter array |
• 4/3 type MOS ('Live MOS sensor') • 14.0 million total pixels • 12.1 million effective pixels • RGB (Primary) color filter array |
• 4/3 type MOS ('Live MOS sensor') • 13.06 million total pixels • 12.11 million effective pixels • RGB (Primary) color filter array |
| Image sizes | • 4000 x 3000 (4:3) • 2816 x 2112 (4:3) • 2048 x 1536 (4:3) • 4000 x 2672 (3:2) • 2816 x 1880 (3:2) • 2048 x 1360 (3:2) • 4000 x 2248 (16:9) • 2816 x 1584 (16:9) • 1920 x 1080 (16:9) • 2992 x 2992 (1:1) • 2112 x 2112 (1:1) • 1504 x 1504 (1:1) |
• 4000 x 3000 (4:3) • 2816 x 2112 (4:3) • 2048 x 1536 (4:3) • 4128 x 2752 (3:2) • 2928 x 1952 (3:2) • 2064 x 1376 (3:2) • 4352 x 2448 (16:9) • 3072 x 1728 (16:9) • 1920 x 1080 (16:9) • 2992 x 2992 (1:1) • 2112 x 2112 (1:1) • 1504 x 1504 (1:1) |
• 4000 x 3000 (4:3) • 2816 x 2112 (4:3) • 2048 x 1536 (4:3) • 4000 x 2672 (3:2) • 2816 x 1880 (3:2) • 2048 x 1360 (3:2) • 4000 x 2248 (16:9) • 2816 x 1584 (16:9) • 1920 x 1080 (16:9) |
| Aspect ratio | • 4:3 • 3:2 • 16:9 • 1:1 |
• 4:3 |
• 4:3 • 3:2 • 16:9 |
| Video mode | • AVCHD : 1280 x 720 • Motion JPEG: 1280 x 720, 30fps 848 x 480, 30fps 640 x 480, 30fps 320 x 240, 30fps • Mono sound |
• AVCHD : |
No video capability |
| Metering modes | • Intelligent Multiple • Center-Weighted • Spot |
• Intelligent Multiple • Center-Weighted • Spot |
• Multiple-Weighted • Center-Weighted • Spot |
| AE Bracketing | • 3,5,7 frames • 1/3 or 2/3 , +/-2.0 EV steps |
• 3,5,7 frames • 1/3 or 2/3 , +/-2.0 EV steps |
• 3,5,7 frames • 1/3 or 2/3 , +/-2.0 EV steps (with latest firmware) |
| Connectors | • USB 2.0 (High Speed) • Video output (PAL / NTSC) • HDMI • Wired remote control DMW-RSL1 (optional) |
• USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed) |
• USB 2.0 (High Speed) • Video output (PAL / NTSC) • HDMI • Wired remote control DMW-RSL1 (optional) |
| Dimensions | 119 mm x 71 mm x 36.3 mm | 124 mm x 90mm x 45 mm | 124 mm x 84 mm x 45 mm |
| Weight (body only) | Approx. 285 g (10.05 oz) |
Approx. 385g / 13.58 oz | Approx. 335 g / 11.8 oz |
Panasonic GF1 vs Olympus E-P1: key differences
There's a full comparison between the GF1 and E-P1 further on in this review but for now let's just concentrate on the key differences and the strengths and weaknesses of each. The key specifications are, unsurprisingly, very similar (they share a sensor and lens mount) and the differences are small in most cases, Overall the cameras are pretty much even, though there are less tangible areas where they differ more than the spec charts might suggest.
Panasonic GF1 key advantages
- Faster autofocus and AF subject tracking
- Higher resolution screen (twice as many dots)
- Built in flash
- Optional Viewfinder
- AVCHD Lite
- Fast (F1.7) pancake lens
Olympus E-P1 key advantages
- Currently supports autofocus on a wider range of Olympus Four Thirds lenses
- In-body IS
- Collapsible kit zoom
- Stereo Sound
- Dual control dials
- Art Filters
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| Panasonic GF1 | Olympus E-P1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | • 4/3 type MOS ('Live MOS sensor') • 13.1 million total pixels • 12.11 million effective pixels • RGB (Primary) color filter array |
• 4/3 type MOS ('Live MOS sensor') • 13.1 million total pixels • 12.3 million effective pixels • RGB (Primary) color filter array |
| Kit lens options | • Lumix 20mm F1.7 G ASPH (pancake) |
• M ZUIKO 17mm F2.8 (pancake) • M ZUIKO 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 |
| Video mode | • AVCHD :
• Motion JPEG: 1280 x 720, 30fps 848 x 480, 30fps 640 x 480, 30fps 320 x 240, 30fps |
• Motion JPEG • 1280 x 720, 30 fps • 640 x 480, 30 fps |
| Audio | Mono | Stereo (PCM) |
| Image Stabilization | Lens | Body |
| Control Dials | One (dual function turn/click) | Two separate dials |
| Screen | • 3.0" TFT LCD |
• 3.0" HyperCrystal LCD with Anti-Reflective Coating • 230,000 pixels |
| Viewfinder | Optional VLF1 electronic viewfinder | Optional optical viewfinder for 17mm lens |
| Flash | Built-in GN 6.0 flash | None |
| Sensitivity | ISO 100-3200 | ISO 100 - 6400 |
| Metering modes | • Intelligent Multiple • Center-Weighted • Spot |
• Digital ESP • Center-Weighted Average • Spot (2%) • Highlight based spot • Shadow based spot |
| Autofocus compatibility | Currently Limited to Micro Four Thirds lenses and those Four Thirds lenses that allow Live View AF on a DSLR. | All Micro Four Thirds and Four Thirds lenses |
| Dimensions | 119 mm x 71 mm x 36.3 mm | 126 x 70 x 36.4 mm (4.9 x 2.8 x 1.4 in) |
| Weight (body only) | Approx. 285 g (10.05 oz) |
Approx 335 g (0.9lb) |
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