Panasonic GM1 vs Sony WX80

Here is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic GM1 versus Sony WX80, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the GM1 (16MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the GM1 (Four Thirds) and WX80 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The GM1 was announced 12 months later than the WX80 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX80 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the GM1 grades against the WX80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GM1 Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic GM1 provides outside dimensions 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 Sony WX80 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the GM1 and the WX80.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the GM1 and WX80 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the GM1 and WX80.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The GM1 contains the bigger sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field simpler. The younger GM1 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.