Olympus FE-3010 vs Panasonic GM1

The following is a detailed analysis of the Olympus FE-3010 and Panasonic GM1, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the FE-3010 (12MP) and GM1 (16MP) and the FE-3010 (1/2.3") and GM1 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The FE-3010 was announced 6 years before the GM1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus FE-3010 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the FE-3010 grades against the GM1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-3010 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The whole galleries are available at Olympus FE-3010 Gallery & Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-3010 features exterior measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 108 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Panasonic GM1 has sizing of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") having 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 are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the FE-3010 compared to the GM1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FE-3010 and GM1 is 97 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The picture below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-3010 and GM1.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FE-3010 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic GM1 will deliver extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged FE-3010 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.