Olympus VG-160 vs Panasonic GM1

Following is a complete comparison of the Olympus VG-160 versus Panasonic GM1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the VG-160 (14MP) and the GM1 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the VG-160 (1/2.3") and GM1 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The VG-160 was unveiled 23 months before the GM1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VG-160 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the VG-160 matches up versus the GM1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VG-160 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The full galleries are available at Olympus VG-160 Gallery and Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-160 enjoys outer measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic GM1 has proportions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") along with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus VG-160 versus Panasonic GM1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the VG-160 versus the GM1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the VG-160 and GM1 is 96 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-160 and GM1.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The VG-160 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic GM1 will produce extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged VG-160 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.