Panasonic GF8 vs Panasonic GM1

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic GF8 vs Panasonic GM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GF8 (16MP) and the GM1 (16MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The GF8 was launched 2 years after the GM1 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the GF8 matches up vs the GM1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF8 Gallery & Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF8 has external dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Panasonic GM1 has sizing of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") having a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the GF8 vs the GM1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GF8 and GM1 is 90 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over technical specs. The pic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF8 and GM1.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photos though you might want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more recent GF8 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.