Panasonic GM1 vs Olympus TG-5

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Panasonic GM1 vs Olympus TG-5

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

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1/2.3 inch 28.1mm²
12.0 megapixels
25.00mm - 100.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Succeeded by the Panasonic GM5
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Succeeded by the Olympus TG-6
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Differences

Panasonic GM1 advantages over Olympus TG-5

Larger sensor
4/3 vs 1/2.3 inch
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
Bigger pixels
~ 3.77 vs 1.54 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 1.3 sec
Faster startup lets you catch the moment
Shoots 24p video
Yes vs No
Gives your movies a big-screen feel
Higher-res screen
346k vs 154k pixels
More detail on the screen lets you judge focus and composition
More pixels
16.0 vs 12.0 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
Longer exposure
60 vs 4 sec
Long exposures for night shots
Faster shutter
1/16000 vs 1/2000 sec
Shoot wide open in bright light
Higher extended ISO
25600 vs 12800 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Olympus TG-5 advantages over Panasonic GM1

Waterproof
Yes vs No
Take photos underwater without destroying your camera!
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Yes vs No
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
Shoot 4K video
4K (UHD) vs 1080p
Make sure you have a fast computer
In-camera panoramas
Yes vs No
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
Built-in GPS
GPS vs None
Geotag your photos
Longer stills battery life
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Longer stills battery life

Cameras with longer battery life can take more photos before exhausting their batteries.

Special note: The measurement standard for battery life stipulates that if a camera has an internal flash, it must be used for 50% of photos taken. For this reason, comparisons of one camera with an internal flash to another without will not be comparable

340 vs 230 shots
Capture more photos
Newer
8 years vs 11 years old
Newer cameras often support more advanced features
Faster JPEG shooting
20.0 fps vs 9.9 fps
Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
Bigger JPEG buffer
21 vs 10 shots
Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
Faster RAW shooting
20.0 fps vs 10.3 fps
Faster RAW shooting in burst mode
Bigger RAW buffer
15 vs 7 shots
Larger buffer for RAW shots (burst mode)
Slow-motion videos
Yes vs No
Shoot slow-motion videos

Similarities

Common Strengths

Rear display
Both provide
Review photos on the back of the camera
Focus peaking
Both provide
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
RAW file ability
Both provide
Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
Built-in Wi-Fi
Both provide
Share your photos wirelessly
Internal flash
Both provide
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
Manual focus
Both provide
AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
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
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
On-sensor phase detect
Neither provide
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
Top deck display
Neither provide
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
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

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Review Excerpt

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 Olympus E-PL6

Panasonic GM1

Olympus E-PL6

$479
4/3

Focus peaking
Built-in Wi-Fi

$299
4/3

Less expensive
In-Camera Image Stabilization

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Olympus TG-5

Olympus E-PL6

$399
1/2.3 inch

Focus peaking
Waterproof

$299
4/3

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

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Compared to Panasonic GM5

Panasonic GM1

Panasonic GM5

$479
4/3

Less expensive
Internal flash

$898
4/3

Eye-level viewfinder
In-camera panoramas

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Olympus TG-5

Panasonic GM5

$399
1/2.3 inch

Waterproof
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$898
4/3

Larger sensor
Eye-level viewfinder

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Compared to Panasonic GF7

Panasonic GM1

Panasonic GF7

$479
4/3

$590
4/3

Less expensive
In-camera panoramas

Compare Panasonic GM1 vs Panasonic GF7

Olympus TG-5

Panasonic GF7

$399
1/2.3 inch

Waterproof
In-Camera Image Stabilization

$590
4/3

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

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Compared to Olympus TG-4

Panasonic GM1

Olympus TG-4

$479
4/3

Focus peaking
Larger sensor

$452
1/2.3 inch

Waterproof
In-Camera Image Stabilization

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Olympus TG-5

Olympus TG-4

$399
1/2.3 inch

Less expensive
Slower slow-motion

$452
1/2.3 inch

Fast startup
More pixels

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Compared to Olympus TG-6

Panasonic GM1

Olympus TG-6

$479
4/3

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

$449
1/2.3 inch

Waterproof
In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Panasonic GM1 vs Olympus TG-6

Olympus TG-5

Olympus TG-6

$399
1/2.3 inch

Less expensive

$449
1/2.3 inch

Fast startup
More dots on screen

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