Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic GM1

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Panasonic FZ150 and Panasonic GM1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are created by Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the FZ150 (12MP) and GM1 (16MP) and the FZ150 (1/2.3") and GM1 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor size.

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The FZ150 was revealed 20 months prior to the GM1 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the FZ150 scores versus the GM1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery and Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ150 provides physical measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) and the Panasonic GM1 has sizing 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 Panasonic FZ150 and Panasonic GM1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the FZ150 and the GM1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ150 and GM1 is 67 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ150 and GM1.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FZ150 having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic GM1 will give you extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged FZ150 is going to be behind in sensor tech.