Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic GM1

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic FH20 versus Panasonic GM1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the GM1 (16MP) is fairly close but the FH20 (1/2.3") and GM1 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The FH20 was introduced 5 years before the GM1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH20 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the FH20 grades versus the GM1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH20 Gallery and Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH20 offers external measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic GM1 has measurements of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") along with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FH20 versus Panasonic GM1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the FH20 and the GM1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH20 and GM1 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specifications. The pic here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FH20 and GM1.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FH20 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Panasonic GM1 will result in more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged FH20 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.