Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Panasonic GM1 and Panasonic GM5 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic GM1 has external dimensions of 99 x 55 x 30 mm (3.88 x 2.16 x 1.2″) and weighs 204 g (0.45 lb / 7.20 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic GM5 has external dimensions of 99 x 60 x 36 mm (3.9 x 2.36 x 1.42″) and weighs 211 g (0.47 lb / 7.44 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic GM1 and the Panasonic GM5. Panasonic GM1 has the same height with Panasonic GM5. On the other hand, with a width of 55mm, it is 5 narrower and also with a thickness of 30mm, it is 6mm thinner than Panasonic GM5.
Comparison image of the Panasonic GM1 and the Panasonic GM5 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic GM1 and Panasonic GM5.
Comparison image of the Panasonic GM1 and the Panasonic GM5 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic GM1 and Panasonic GM5.
Top View Comparison image of the Panasonic GM1 and the the Panasonic GM5 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic GM1 is 7g lighter than the Panasonic GM5 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Also keep in mind that body weight is not the only deciding factor when comparing two interchangeable camera bodies, you also have to take into account the lenses that you will be using with these bodies. Since both Panasonic GM1 and Panasonic GM5 have the same Micro Four Thirds lens mount and Four Thirds sized sensors, lenses will not be a differentiator on total size of the system.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Mirrorless Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic GM1 and Panasonic GM5's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.