Panasonic GM1 vs Sigma fp L
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Panasonic GM1 vs Sigma fp L Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 204g - 99 x 55 x 30mm
- Released December 2013
- Replacement is Panasonic GM5
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Launched March 2021
- Previous Model is Sigma fp

Panasonic GM1 vs Sigma fp L Overview
The following is a in depth review of the Panasonic GM1 versus Sigma fp L, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Sigma. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the GM1 (16MP) and fp L (61MP) and the GM1 (Four Thirds) and fp L (Full frame) use totally different sensor size.

The GM1 was brought out 8 years prior to the fp L which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the GM1 scores vs the fp L with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic GM1 vs Sigma fp L Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 & Sigma fp L. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic GM1 Gallery & Sigma fp L Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GM1 over the Sigma fp L
GM1 | fp L |
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Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Panasonic GM1
fp L | GM1 | |||
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Launched | March 2021 | ![]() | December 2013 | Newer by 88 months |
Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1036k | Sharper display (+1064k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic GM1 and Sigma fp L
GM1 | fp L | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Panasonic GM1 vs Sigma fp L Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic GM1 enjoys exterior measurements of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") having a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sigma fp L has sizing of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic GM1 versus Sigma fp L in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the GM1 and the fp L.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GM1 and fp L is 93 and 83 respectively.

Panasonic GM1 vs Sigma fp L Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the GM1 and fp L.
As you can see, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GM1 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Sigma fp L will show more detail having its extra 45 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged GM1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Panasonic GM1 vs Sigma fp L Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

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Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

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Panasonic GM1 vs Sigma fp L Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 | Sigma fp L | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sigma |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 | Sigma fp L |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Released | 2013-12-19 | 2021-03-25 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 61 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4592 x 3448 | 9520 x 6328 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 6 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Leica L |
Number of lenses | 107 | 40 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3.2" |
Resolution of display | 1,036 thousand dots | 2,100 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,680 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.83x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/500 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/50 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 24p), 1280 x 720p (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 204g (0.45 pounds) | 427g (0.94 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 55 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 66 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 660 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 images | 240 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $750 | $2,499 |