Panasonic GM1 vs Sony TX20

On this page, we will be reviewing the Panasonic GM1 vs Sony TX20, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the GM1 (16MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the GM1 (Four Thirds) and TX20 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

Photography Glossary

The GM1 was released 22 months after the TX20 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the GM1 matches up against the TX20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GM1 Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GM1 provides physical dimensions 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 Sony TX20 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic GM1 vs Sony TX20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the GM1 against the TX20.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GM1 and TX20 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out specifications. The pic here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the GM1 and TX20.

To sum up, the two cameras have the same megapixel count albeit different sensor sizes. The GM1 offers the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallow depth of field less difficult. The more modern GM1 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.