Panasonic GM1 vs Panasonic ZS100

Here is a extensive overview of the Panasonic GM1 vs Panasonic ZS100, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GM1 (16MP) and the ZS100 (20MP) is relatively close but the GM1 (Four Thirds) and ZS100 (1") boast different sensor size.

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The GM1 was released 24 months before the ZS100 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief overview of how the GM1 matches up vs the ZS100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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If you are planning to carry your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GM1 offers external dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS100 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 312 grams (0.69 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the GM1 vs the ZS100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the GM1 and ZS100 is 93 and 87 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through specifications. The graphic here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the GM1 and ZS100.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GM1 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic ZS100 will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older GM1 will be behind in sensor innovation.