Olympus E-M1 vs Panasonic GM1
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Olympus E-M1 vs Panasonic GM1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 497g - 130 x 94 x 63mm
- Announced October 2013
- Refreshed by Olympus E-M1 II
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 204g - 99 x 55 x 30mm
- Introduced December 2013
- Successor is Panasonic GM5
Olympus E-M1 vs Panasonic GM1 Overview
Here is a extensive assessment of the Olympus E-M1 and Panasonic GM1, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-M1 (16MP) and the GM1 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (Four Thirds).
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI LegislationThe E-M1 was released at a similar time to the GM1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the E-M1 matches up against the GM1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus E-M1 vs Panasonic GM1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-M1 Gallery and Panasonic GM1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1 over the Panasonic GM1
E-M1 | GM1 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 1036k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GM1 over the Olympus E-M1
GM1 | E-M1 |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M1 and Panasonic GM1
E-M1 | GM1 | |||
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Introduced | October 2013 | December 2013 | Same generation | |
Manually focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Olympus E-M1 vs Panasonic GM1 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus E-M1 features outside measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") along with a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Panasonic GM1 has sizing of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") along with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).
Check out the Olympus E-M1 and Panasonic GM1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the E-M1 compared to the GM1.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1 and GM1 is 71 and 93 respectively.
Olympus E-M1 vs Panasonic GM1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing purely by looking through specs. The visual here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1 and GM1.
As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos though you should really factor the production date of the cameras into account.
Olympus E-M1 vs Panasonic GM1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-M1 vs Panasonic GM1 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2013-10-28 | 2013-12-19 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePIC VII | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4592 x 3448 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 81 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 107 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,037 thousand dot | 1,036 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/500 secs |
Maximum silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Flash Auto, Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync (2nd curtain), Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/320 secs | 1/50 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 24p), 1280 x 720p (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 497 grams (1.10 lbs) | 204 grams (0.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 94 x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") | 99 x 55 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 73 | 66 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.0 | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.7 | 11.7 |
DXO Low light rating | 757 | 660 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photographs | 230 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLN-1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $799 | $750 |