Panasonic GM1 vs Panasonic ZS35

Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic GM1 and Panasonic ZS35, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the GM1 (16MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is pretty similar but the GM1 (Four Thirds) and ZS35 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The GM1 was manufactured around the same time to the ZS35 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS35 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the GM1 grades against the ZS35 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic GM1 Gallery & Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GM1 provides outside measurements of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS35 has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

See the Panasonic GM1 and Panasonic ZS35 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the GM1 compared to the ZS35.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the GM1 and ZS35 is 93 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The photograph here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the GM1 and ZS35.

To sum up, each of the cameras posses the exact same resolution albeit not the same sensor sizing. The GM1 features the bigger sensor which should make achieving bokeh simpler.