Panasonic G95 vs Panasonic GM1

On this page, we will be comparing the Panasonic G95 versus Panasonic GM1, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the G95 (20.3MP) and GM1 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The G95 was brought out 5 years later than the GM1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G95 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the G95 matches up against the GM1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G95 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic G95 Gallery & Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G95 has external measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 77mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 536 grams (1.18 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GM1 has dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the G95 against the GM1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G95 and GM1 is 67 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by reading technical specs. The photograph here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G95 and GM1.

As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Panasonic G95 to offer extra detail having its extra 4.3MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The newer G95 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.