Canon S95 vs Panasonic GM1

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Canon S95 vs Panasonic GM1

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1/1.7 inch 43.3mm²
10.0 megapixels
28.00mm - 105.00mm (35mm eq.)

Go in depth with our full Canon S95 Review.
See real-world photos taken with the S95.

4/3 224.9mm²
16.0 megapixels
ISO 200 - 25,600

Go in depth with our full Panasonic GM1 Review.
How does it shoot? Panasonic GM1 in the real world.
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Compare Panasonic GM1 image quality against competitors.
What’s the bottom line? Read our Panasonic GM1 conclusion.

Succeeded by the Canon S100
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Succeeded by the Panasonic GM5
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Differences

Canon S95 advantages over Panasonic GM1

Less expensive
$400 vs $750 (MSRP)
Save money for lenses or accessories
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Yes vs No
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
Higher max flash sync
1/500 vs 1/50 sec
Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
Bigger JPEG buffer
Unlimited vs 10 shots
Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)

Panasonic GM1 advantages over Canon S95

Focus peaking
Peaker vs Non-peaker
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
Larger sensor
4/3 vs 1/1.7 inch
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
Bigger pixels
~ 3.77 vs 2.08 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
Touchscreen
Touch vs No touch
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
Fast startup
~0.90 vs 2.2 sec
Faster startup lets you catch the moment
Built-in Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi vs None
Share your photos wirelessly
Higher effective ISO

Higher effective ISO

Maximum effective ISO is an estimate of the highest sensitivity at which a camera can capture excellent quality photos.

Cameras with higher effective ISO will be better choices for indoor photography, night shooting, and indoor sports photography, especially if you intend to make large prints.

You can learn more at our glossary entry.

Maximum effective ISO test data courtesy of DxO Mark.
GM1 test data on DxO Mark S95 test data on DxO Mark

660 vs 153 iso
Take photos in low light with less noise
Manual focus
Yes vs No
AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
More dots on screen
1037k vs 461k dots
Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
Shoots 1080p video
Yes vs No
You'll want this if you shoot video
Less shutter lag
0.19 vs 0.64 sec
Focus and take a photo quickly (wide angle)
More pixels
16.0 vs 10.0 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
Shoots 60p video
Yes vs No
A faster framerate can give you more editing options
Longer exposure
60 vs 15 sec
Long exposures for night shots
Faster JPEG shooting
9.9 fps vs 1.9 fps
Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
Faster shutter
1/16000 vs 1/1600 sec
Shoot wide open in bright light
Higher extended ISO
25600 vs 12800 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

Rear display
Both provide
Review photos on the back of the camera
RAW file ability
Both provide
Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
Internal flash
Both provide
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
HDMI out
Both provide
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video

Common Weaknesses

Tilt-swivel screen
Neither provide
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
Eye-level viewfinder
Neither provide
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
In-camera panoramas
Neither provide
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
Tiltable Screen
Neither provide
Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
NFC
Neither provide
Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
Built-in Bluetooth
Neither provide
Always-on wireless connectivity
Built-in GPS
Neither provide
Geotag your photos
On-sensor phase detect
Neither provide
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
Integrated ND filter
Neither provide
Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
External Mic Jack
Neither provide
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
Hot shoe
Neither provide
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
Dual card slots
Neither provide
Gives you more storage flexibility
Headphone jack
Neither provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
Bulb shutter
Neither provide
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
Slow-motion videos
Neither provide
Shoot slow-motion videos

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Review Excerpt

Read our Canon S95 Review

Large Four Thirds sensor is impressive for a camera this small; Shares sensor and processor of GX7; Excellent image quality with class-leading high ISO performance; Responsive all-around performer; AF system is fast and accurate; Easy to use and responsive touchscreen; Built-in Wi-Fi with remote control and sharing features; Lightweight and pocketable design makes it easy to carry everywhere.
Can be awkward to use with larger lenses; Rear dial is easy to accidentally press; Lacks a hot-shoe for EVF or external flash; Weak built-in flash; 1/50s flash sync; No 1080p60 video; No external headphone jack or mic input.
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The Competition

Compared to Canon S90

Canon S95

Canon S90

$428
1/1.7 inch

HDMI out
Shoots 24p video

$430
1/1.7 inch

Higher effective ISO
Less shutter lag

Compare Canon S95 vs Canon S90

Panasonic GM1

Canon S90

$479
4/3

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

$430
1/1.7 inch

Less expensive
In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Panasonic GM1 vs Canon S90

Compared to Canon S100

Canon S95

Canon S100

$428
1/1.7 inch

Bigger JPEG buffer
Higher extended ISO

$429
1/1.7 inch

Built-in GPS
Manual focus

Compare Canon S95 vs Canon S100

Panasonic GM1

Canon S100

$479
4/3

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

$429
1/1.7 inch

Less expensive
In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Panasonic GM1 vs Canon S100

Compared to Canon S110

Canon S95

Canon S110

$428
1/1.7 inch

Bigger JPEG buffer

$249
1/1.7 inch

Touchscreen
Built-in Wi-Fi

Compare Canon S95 vs Canon S110

Panasonic GM1

Canon S110

$479
4/3

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

$249
1/1.7 inch

Less expensive
In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Panasonic GM1 vs Canon S110

Compared to Panasonic GM5

Canon S95

Panasonic GM5

$428
1/1.7 inch

Less expensive
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$898
4/3

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

Compare Canon S95 vs Panasonic GM5

Panasonic GM1

Panasonic GM5

$479
4/3

Less expensive
Internal flash

$898
4/3

Eye-level viewfinder
In-camera panoramas

Compare Panasonic GM1 vs Panasonic GM5

Compared to Panasonic GF7

Canon S95

Panasonic GF7

$428
1/1.7 inch

Less expensive
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$590
4/3

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

Compare Canon S95 vs Panasonic GF7

Panasonic GM1

Panasonic GF7

$479
4/3

$590
4/3

Less expensive
In-camera panoramas

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