Panasonic GM1 vs Panasonic GX1

Following is a thorough overview of the Panasonic GM1 versus Panasonic GX1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GM1 (16MP) and the GX1 (16MP) is pretty close and they use the exact same sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The GM1 was launched 23 months after the GX1 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the GM1 scores vs the GX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic GM1 Gallery & Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GM1 comes with outer dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") having a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Panasonic GX1 has proportions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the GM1 and the GX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GM1 and GX1 is 93 and 87 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through specifications. The picture underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GM1 and GX1.

Plainly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP and you can expect comparable quality of files though you have to consider the age of the cameras into account. The fresher GM1 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.