Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1

alaTest has collected and analyzed 2351 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the screen. The glare also impresses, but many are less positive about the shutter.

Experts rate this product 79/100 and users 87/100. We analyzed these ratings, the product age and more factors. Compared to other digital slr cameras, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 93/100 = Excellent quality.

The 12-megapixel Panasonic Lumix G1 is described as the 'world's first full-time live view digital interchangeable lens camera', and is a big step towards entirely digital photography. You will love it for its speed, photo quality and flexibility, but ...

Interchangeable lenses ; fast performance ; excellent photo quality ; flip-and-twist LCD

Accident-prone jog dial ; some restrictive feature implementations ; no movie capture

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 is a camera that people will either love for its speed, photo quality, and interchangeable-lens flexibility or hate for its large-ish size, electronic viewfinder and occasionally frustrating design

Does the first Micro Four Thirds camera impress?

Compact body, ease of control, great performance, articulating screen

New camera system means less accessories, those with big hands might find it too small

We love the compact body and the level of control that you get. We also love the full articulation of the screen: it's a real bonus and helps make the G1 a really fun camera to use