Panasonic GM1 vs Pentax E90

Below is a complete analysis of the Panasonic GM1 versus Pentax E90, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the GM1 (16MP) and E90 (10MP) and the GM1 (Four Thirds) and E90 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

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The GM1 was revealed 3 years later than the E90 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax E90 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the GM1 matches up versus the E90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 & Pentax Optio E90. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GM1 Gallery & Pentax E90 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic GM1 enjoys 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) whilst the Pentax E90 has sizing of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the GM1 versus the E90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GM1 and E90 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out technical specs. The visual below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the GM1 and E90.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The GM1 using its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Panasonic GM1 will provide more detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher GM1 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.