Nikon P7800 vs Panasonic GM1

The following is a extended review of the Nikon P7800 versus Panasonic GM1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the P7800 (12MP) and GM1 (16MP) and the P7800 (1/1.7") and GM1 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The P7800 was introduced at a similar time to the GM1 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P7800 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the P7800 grades versus the GM1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P7800 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P7800 Gallery & Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon P7800 features external dimensions of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GM1 has sizing of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

Check the Nikon P7800 versus Panasonic GM1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the P7800 compared to the GM1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the P7800 and GM1 is 82 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the P7800 and GM1.

As you can see, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The P7800 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Panasonic GM1 will produce extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively.