Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic GM1

In this article, we will be contrasting the Olympus SP-565UZ vs Panasonic GM1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and GM1 (16MP) and the SP-565UZ (1/2.3") and GM1 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor sizing.

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The SP-565UZ was released 5 years earlier than the GM1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-565UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SP-565UZ matches up against the GM1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-565UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SP-565UZ Gallery and Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Olympus SP-565UZ has outside measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) while the Panasonic GM1 has specifications of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the SP-565UZ against the GM1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-565UZ and GM1 is 72 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The image underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-565UZ and GM1.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SP-565UZ due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Panasonic GM1 will show more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged SP-565UZ will be behind with regard to sensor tech.