Panasonic G2 vs Panasonic GM1

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic G2 versus Panasonic GM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the G2 (12MP) and GM1 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

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The G2 was brought out 4 years earlier than the GM1 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the G2 scores versus the GM1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic G2 Gallery & Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G2 features outside measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GM1 has dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

See the Panasonic G2 versus Panasonic GM1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the G2 and the GM1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the G2 and GM1 is 72 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing specs. The image here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G2 and GM1.

All in all, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic GM1 to result in greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged G2 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.