Panasonic GM1 vs Panasonic GX7

The following is a complete assessment of the Panasonic GM1 vs Panasonic GX7, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are built by Panasonic. The resolution of the GM1 (16MP) and the GX7 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (Four Thirds).

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The GM1 was manufactured 2 months after the GX7 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the GM1 scores against the GX7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GM1 Gallery and Panasonic GX7 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic GM1 has outer measurements of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX7 has sizing of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") and a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic GM1 vs Panasonic GX7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the GM1 versus the GX7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GM1 and GX7 is 93 and 81 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specifications. The pic below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the GM1 and GX7.

Plainly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you may want to take the release date of the cameras into account.