Upgrade Guide

Lumix GM1→Lumix TZ60

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

You own

Lumix

GM1

£284 used

2013

→

Upgrade to

Lumix

TZ60

£198 used (-£86)

2014

✅

Strong upgrade

The TZ60 improves across 3 key areas at a reasonable price gap. Most GM1 owners will notice the difference.

What's new in the TZ60

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Burst rate

10fps (5fps with continuous AF) vs 5fps (4fps with continuous AF)
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Battery life

~300 shots (CIPA) vs ~220 shots (CIPA)
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Generation

1 year newer (2014 vs 2013)

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	TZ60
Price	£284 used	£198 used
Released	2013	2014	↑
Sensor	16MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS	18.1MP 1/2.33-inch MOS
Resolution	16MP	18MP	↑
Video	Full HD 1080i/24p	Full HD 1080p/50
Autofocus	Contrast AF; face detection, 23-area, pinpoint, touch AF	Contrast AF; face detection, focus peaking
Stabilisation	No IBIS (lens-based O.I.S.)	Optical image stabilisation (lens-based)
Burst Rate	5fps (4fps with continuous AF)	10fps (5fps with continuous AF)	↑
Battery Life	~220 shots (CIPA)	~300 shots (CIPA)	↑
Weight	204g (with battery)	240g (with battery)	↓
Weather Sealed	Not weather sealed	Not weather sealed
Viewfinder	None (screen only)	Electronic, 0.2", 200k dots
Screen	3.0" fixed touchscreen	3.0" fixed LCD, 920k dots
Mount	Micro Four Thirds	Fixed Leica 30x zoom lens (24-720mm equivalent)
Memory Cards	Single SD slot	Single SD slot

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