Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 vs Epson R-D1

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 and the Epson R-D1, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 was introduced in December 2013 and Epson R-D1 was introduced in March 2004. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 over Epson R-D1.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Epson R-D1 over Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 has a 3.0" screen with 1,036k dot resolution and Epson R-D1 has a 2.0" screen with 235k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens. Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality allowing users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording.

Optical (rangefinder) Viewfinder on Epson R-D1

Epson R-D1 has a built-in Optical (rangefinder) viewfinder. There is no built-in or optional viewfinder available on Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 features a 16 megapixel Micro Four Thirds CMOS sensor with dimensions of 17.3 x 13 mm and a total area of 224.9 mm². Its native ISO range is 200 - 25,600 and expands to 125 - 25,600 in boosted mode. Epson R-D1 features a 6 megapixel APS-C CCD sensor with dimensions of 23.7 x 15.6 mm and a total area of 243.4 mm². Its native ISO range is 200 - 1,600.

Here is a sensor size comparison chart where you can see how different sensors compare with each other:

Sensor size chart

	Sensor	Dimensions	Area	Aspect Ratio	Crop Factor
	Medium Format	44 x 33 mm	1452 mm2	4:3	0.79x
	Full Frame	36 x 24 mm	864 mm2	3:2	1x
	APS-H	27 x 18 mm	486 mm2	3:2	1.3x
	APS-C	23.6 x 15.6 mm	368.2 mm2	3:2	1.5x
	APS-C (Canon)	22.3 x 14.9 mm	332.3 mm2	3:2	1.6x
	Micro Four Thirds	17.4 x 13 mm	226.2 mm2	4:3	2x
	1-inch	13.2 x 8.8 mm	116.2 mm2	3:2	2.7x
	1/1.7-inch	7.44 x 5.58 mm	41.5 mm2	4:3	4.7x
	1/2.3-inch	6.17 x 4.55 mm	28.1 mm2	4:3	5.6x

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 can take pictures up to 4592 x 3448 resolution. Epson R-D1 can take pictures up to 3008 x 2000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 2240 x 1488 with 3:2 aspect ratios.

Lens Mount

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 has Micro Four Thirds lens mount and Epson R-D1 has Leica M lens mount. Due to Micro Four Thirds sensor in Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 its crop factor is equal to 2x, this means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length times 2. Due to APS-C sensor in Epson R-D1 its crop factor is equal to 1.5x, this means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length times 1.5.

No Image Stabilization

The cameras do not have image stabilization. On Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Epson R-D1 nothing can be done. On Epson R-D1 it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 nothing can be done.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 has a USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) input for data transfer. connector for video signal output.

External Storage Slots

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slot. Epson R-D1 has a single SD card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/16000 sec with electronic shutter and up to 1/500 sec with mechanical shutter on Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1, and up to 1/2000 sec on Epson R-D1. Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 can shoot continuously up to 5.0 fps.

Flash

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 has a built-in flash with maximum range of 4.00 m. Epson R-D1 has no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/50 sec on Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 body has dimensions of 99 x 55 x 30 mm (3.88 x 2.16 x 1.2") and Epson R-D1 body has dimensions of 142 x 89 x 40 mm (5.59 x 3.5 x 1.57"). Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 weighs 204 g (0.45 lb / 7.20 oz) and Epson R-D1 weighs 620 g (1.37 lb / 21.87 oz).

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1

Epson R-D1

99 mm

55 mm

142 mm

89 mm