Panasonic GM1 vs Sony QX30

Here is a extended analysis of the Panasonic GM1 vs Sony QX30, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Lens-style by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the GM1 (16MP) and the QX30 (20MP) is relatively close but the GM1 (Four Thirds) and QX30 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The GM1 was launched 8 months earlier than the QX30 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the GM1 scores vs the QX30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic GM1 Gallery and Sony QX30 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic GM1 offers exterior dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") along with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony QX30 has specifications of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic GM1 vs Sony QX30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the GM1 and the QX30.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GM1 and QX30 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The visual here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the GM1 and QX30.

As you can tell, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GM1 due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Sony QX30 will result in extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The older GM1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.