Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic GM1

Below, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FX75 versus Panasonic GM1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FX75 (14MP) and the GM1 (16MP) is pretty similar but the FX75 (1/2.3") and GM1 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor size.

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The FX75 was brought out 4 years prior to the GM1 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FX75 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FX75 scores vs the GM1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX75 Gallery & Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FX75 offers exterior dimensions of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Panasonic GM1 has specifications of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the FX75 compared to the GM1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX75 and GM1 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading specs. The image underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FX75 and GM1.

All in all, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FX75 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Panasonic GM1 will offer greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FX75 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.