Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic GM1

In this article, we will be evaluating the Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic GM1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the XZ-10 (12MP) and GM1 (16MP) and the XZ-10 (1/2.3") and GM1 (Four Thirds) use different sensor sizes.

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The XZ-10 was revealed 10 months prior to the GM1 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus XZ-10 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the XZ-10 matches up versus the GM1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus XZ-10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The full galleries are available at Olympus XZ-10 Gallery and Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus XZ-10 comes with physical measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst 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).

Take a look at the Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic GM1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the XZ-10 against the GM1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the XZ-10 and GM1 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through specifications. The image below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the XZ-10 and GM1.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The XZ-10 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Panasonic GM1 will result in greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged XZ-10 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.