Panasonic GM1 vs Panasonic LF1

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Panasonic GM1 versus Panasonic LF1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the GM1 (16MP) and LF1 (12MP) and the GM1 (Four Thirds) and LF1 (1/1.7") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The GM1 was manufactured around the same time to the LF1 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LF1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the GM1 matches up against the LF1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic GM1 Gallery and Panasonic LF1 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic GM1 features exterior dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LF1 has specifications of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Check the Panasonic GM1 versus Panasonic LF1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the GM1 vs the LF1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GM1 and LF1 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GM1 and LF1.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The GM1 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Panasonic GM1 will resolve extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively.