Panasonic GM1 vs Panasonic SZ10

Following is a thorough assessment of the Panasonic GM1 versus Panasonic SZ10, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GM1 (16MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the GM1 (Four Thirds) and SZ10 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The GM1 was introduced 12 months before the SZ10 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic SZ10 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the GM1 matches up against the SZ10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GM1 Gallery & Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic GM1 comes with outer measurements of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") along with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ10 has sizing of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic GM1 versus Panasonic SZ10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the GM1 and the SZ10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GM1 and SZ10 is 93 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the GM1 and SZ10.

Clearly, the two cameras have the same megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizes. The GM1 features the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh less difficult. The more aged GM1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.