Panasonic GM1 vs Sony ZV-E10

In this article, we are evaluating the Panasonic GM1 versus Sony ZV-E10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the GM1 (16MP) and ZV-E10 (24MP) and the GM1 (Four Thirds) and ZV-E10 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The GM1 was manufactured 8 years prior to the ZV-E10 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the GM1 grades against the ZV-E10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 and Sony ZV-E10. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic GM1 Gallery and Sony ZV-E10 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GM1 enjoys outside measurements of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") along with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-E10 has dimensions of 115mm x 64mm x 45mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.8") and a weight of 343 grams (0.76 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic GM1 versus Sony ZV-E10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the GM1 versus the ZV-E10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GM1 and ZV-E10 is 93 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through specifications. The picture below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the GM1 and ZV-E10.

To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GM1 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Sony ZV-E10 will provide extra detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged GM1 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.