Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic GM1
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Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic GM1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 167g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FX550
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 204g - 99 x 55 x 30mm
- Revealed December 2013
- Updated by Panasonic GM5
Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic GM1 Overview
Here is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic FX580 and Panasonic GM1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both produced by Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the FX580 (12MP) and GM1 (16MP) and the FX580 (1/2.3") and GM1 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FX580 was announced 5 years earlier than the GM1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FX580 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving into a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FX580 scores versus the GM1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic GM1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX580 Gallery and Panasonic GM1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX580 over the Panasonic GM1
FX580 | GM1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GM1 over the Panasonic FX580
GM1 | FX580 | |||
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Revealed | December 2013 | January 2009 | Fresher by 59 months | |
Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen resolution | 1036k | 230k | Crisper screen (+806k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FX580 and Panasonic GM1
FX580 | GM1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic GM1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FX580 enjoys external measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Panasonic GM1 has dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FX580 and Panasonic GM1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the FX580 versus the GM1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX580 and GM1 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic GM1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FX580 and GM1.
Plainly, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FX580 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Panasonic GM1 will provide more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older FX580 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic GM1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 |
Alternative name | Lumix DMC-FX550 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2009-01-27 | 2013-12-19 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4592 x 3448 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens zoom range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 1,036 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/500s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/50s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 24p), 1280 x 720p (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 167g (0.37 pounds) | 204g (0.45 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 99 x 55 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 660 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 230 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $499 | $750 |