Olympus SP-620 UZ vs Panasonic GM1

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Olympus SP-620 UZ versus Panasonic GM1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the SP-620 UZ (16MP) and the GM1 (16MP) is relatively similar but the SP-620 UZ (1/2.3") and GM1 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The SP-620 UZ was unveiled 23 months prior to the GM1 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus SP-620 UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SP-620 UZ grades against the GM1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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If you're planning to travel with your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-620 UZ enjoys external measurements of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") having a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) and the Panasonic GM1 has measurements of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the SP-620 UZ against the GM1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-620 UZ and GM1 is 78 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The pic below may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-620 UZ and GM1.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer the same exact megapixels albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The SP-620 UZ includes the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field tougher. The more aged SP-620 UZ is going to be behind in sensor innovation.