Panasonic GM1 vs Panasonic TS20

Let's take a deeper look at the Panasonic GM1 versus Panasonic TS20, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GM1 (16MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the GM1 (Four Thirds) and TS20 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The GM1 was released 23 months after the TS20 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS20 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the GM1 grades versus the TS20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic GM1 Gallery and Panasonic TS20 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic GM1 offers physical dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") having a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Panasonic TS20 has sizing of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic GM1 versus Panasonic TS20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the GM1 and the TS20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GM1 and TS20 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at specs. The picture here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GM1 and TS20.

All in all, the two cameras posses the exact same megapixel count albeit different sensor dimensions. The GM1 has got the bigger sensor which should make getting shallow DOF less difficult. The fresher GM1 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.