Leica C-Lux vs Panasonic GM1

Below, we are comparing the Leica C-Lux versus Panasonic GM1, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the C-Lux (20MP) and GM1 (16MP) and the C-Lux (1") and GM1 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor sizes.

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The C-Lux was announced 4 years after the GM1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Leica C-Lux being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the C-Lux scores vs the GM1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica C-Lux & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The whole galleries are available at Leica C-Lux Gallery & Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Leica C-Lux offers exterior dimensions of 113mm x 67mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.8") with a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Panasonic GM1 has measurements of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the C-Lux vs the GM1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the C-Lux and GM1 is 85 and 93 respectively.

Usually, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through a spec sheet. The pic below should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the C-Lux and GM1.

As you can see, the two cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The C-Lux having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Leica C-Lux will show extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The newer C-Lux should have a benefit in sensor tech.