Olympus 1 vs Panasonic GM5

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus 1 vs Panasonic GM5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the 1 (12MP) and GM5 (16MP) and the 1 (1/1.7") and GM5 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor size.

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The 1 was released 9 months before the GM5 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summary of how the 1 matches up vs the GM5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus 1 Gallery and Panasonic GM5 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus 1 comes with external dimensions of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GM5 has measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus 1 vs Panasonic GM5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the 1 compared to the GM5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 1 and GM5 is 79 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The visual here will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 and GM5.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 1 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Panasonic GM5 will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older 1 will be behind in sensor innovation.