Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic GM1

Following is a complete review of the Panasonic FZ70 versus Panasonic GM1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ70 (16MP) and the GM1 (16MP) is fairly well matched but the FZ70 (1/2.3") and GM1 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor sizing.

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The FZ70 was introduced 5 months before the GM1 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the FZ70 scores versus the GM1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ70 Gallery & Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ70 features physical dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) whilst 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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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the FZ70 versus the GM1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ70 and GM1 is 63 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The picture underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ70 and GM1.

As you can plainly see, both cameras posses the exact same megapixel count but different sensor sizes. The FZ70 contains the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field harder.