Panasonic G3 vs Panasonic GM1

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Panasonic G3 and Panasonic GM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and both of them are built by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the G3 (16MP) and the GM1 (16MP) is very close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The G3 was revealed 3 years earlier than the GM1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the G3 scores vs the GM1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G3 Gallery and Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G3 provides outside measurements of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GM1 has measurements of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") having a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic G3 and Panasonic GM1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the G3 versus the GM1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G3 and GM1 is 83 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specifications. The pic below will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the G3 and GM1.

To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you will need to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged G3 will be behind in sensor technology.