Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic GM1

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Panasonic FP1 versus Panasonic GM1, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are produced by Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the FP1 (12MP) and GM1 (16MP) and the FP1 (1/2.3") and GM1 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor size.

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The FP1 was unveiled 5 years before the GM1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the FP1 scores vs the GM1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FP1 enjoys physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GM1 has specifications of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") having a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FP1 versus Panasonic GM1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the FP1 vs the GM1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FP1 and GM1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over specs. The image underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP1 and GM1.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FP1 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Panasonic GM1 will offer more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FP1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.