Panasonic FZ80 vs Panasonic GM1

Lets take a more detailed look at the Panasonic FZ80 and Panasonic GM1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ80 (18MP) and the GM1 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the FZ80 (1/2.3") and GM1 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor size.

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The FZ80 was announced 3 years later than the GM1 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the FZ80 scores against the GM1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ80 Gallery & Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ80 enjoys physical dimensions of 130mm x 94mm x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") and a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs) and 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).

Look at the Panasonic FZ80 and Panasonic GM1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the FZ80 versus the GM1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ80 and GM1 is 63 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by going through a spec sheet. The photograph here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ80 and GM1.

Clearly, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FZ80 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Panasonic FZ80 will produce greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer FZ80 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.