Panasonic GM1 vs Panasonic ZS25

On this page, we will be comparing the Panasonic GM1 versus Panasonic ZS25, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GM1 (16MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the GM1 (Four Thirds) and ZS25 (1/2.3") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The GM1 was released 12 months later than the ZS25 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the GM1 matches up against the ZS25 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GM1 Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. 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 ZS25 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GM1 versus Panasonic ZS25 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the GM1 and the ZS25.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the GM1 and ZS25 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing technical specs. The photograph here should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the GM1 and ZS25.

As you can tell, both cameras provide the same MP albeit different sensor sizing. The GM1 has the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF simpler. The younger GM1 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.