Upgrade Guide

Lumix GM1→Lumix GM5

Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.

You own

Lumix

GM1

£284 used

2013

→

Upgrade to

Lumix

GM5

£627 used (+£343)

2014

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Situational

One clear hardware improvement over the GM1. Worth it if that specific upgrade aligns with what you shoot.

What's new in the GM5

Unchanged or similar

Suitability by genre

Base scores — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. The Upgrade Checker adjusts them for your skill level.

Full spec comparison

Spec	GM1	GM5
Price	£284 used	£627 used
Released	2013	2014	↑
Sensor	16MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS	16MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS
Resolution	16MP	16MP
Video	Full HD 1080i/24p	Full HD 1080p/60
Autofocus	Contrast AF; face detection, 23-area, pinpoint, touch AF	Contrast AF; face/eye detection, 23-area, touch AF
Stabilisation	No IBIS (lens-based O.I.S.)	No IBIS (lens-based O.I.S.)
Burst Rate	5fps (4fps with continuous AF)	5.8fps (5fps with continuous AF)	↑
Battery Life	~220 shots (CIPA)	~210 shots (CIPA)	↓
Weight	204g (with battery)	211g (with battery)	↓
Weather Sealed	Not weather sealed	Not weather sealed
Viewfinder	None (screen only)	Electronic, 1.17M dots (field-sequential)
Screen	3.0" fixed touchscreen	3.0" fixed 16:9 touchscreen
Mount	Micro Four Thirds	Micro Four Thirds
Memory Cards	Single SD slot	Single SD slot

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