Wow thanks for all the replies, looking through it looks like I probably wasn't totally clear.
Even though I suggested Q2, a fixed lens just won't cut it I don't think. I have a pancake (20mm f/1.7) for the GM1 and I rarely use it, it's tiny but unnecessary baggage and changing lens while walking around isn't for me. I want the option to change lens, just in case but 95% of the time will always have a 1 lens bag. As such a small amount of zoom would be required as that's always my go-to over prime. The kits lens with the GM1 was sufficient for that (12-32mm f/3.5-5.6).
Maybe consider the lenses too- a quality lens is a priory for me, for getting pin sharp image quality
I would recommend a Sony a7Riv ( 61 mp) or a7Riii( 42mp) with a Sigma 24mm f1.4 ART lens if your budget allows ( I use these and what a terrific combo)
Too big and expensive, sorry. Not sure you read the OP.
Depends if you want/need a zoom lens
If no then look at a Fuji rangefinder or XE2/3 with a pancake (27mm) lens
If yes then look at a fuji XE-2/3with a Zoom ( 18-55)/(18-135)
Yes on zoom, but will 16MP be good enough quality compared to M6 mk2 (32.5MP) and Sony a7C (24MP)? These 2 seem the only ones in the running and the Sony is way out of budget really.
With your budget i would seriously take a look at the Fuji X100v or the slightly older X100F, fixed 35mm f2 lens with outstanding image quality in a small travel friendly form.
The A6600 is a great camera but with a lens will be way out of budget.
Also look at a Fuji X-T30 with the XF18-55mm lens.
What lens/lenses were you using on the GM1 ?
X-T30 seems a good shout, a little bulky though, but might have to suck this up.
You just got to ignore the video review part of the review as all cameras have video functions now. Don't think "I am not paying for this extra feature that I will never use". Rather look at the features that you use and get the best one for what you need, if it has some award winning video feature, doesn't matter.
Thanks, just checking.
Do you mean the new A7c? If you think the A7c is too big good luck finding a quality smaller camera at a fraction of the cost of a Q2... but even so out of your £1k budget. There are small Sony lenses, for example the last few times I've been abroad I've had a Sony 35mm f2.8 on my A7 which makes for a compact and light combination.
You don't say what focal length or range interests you so I'll just recommend an original A7 with 35mm f2.8 or the 28mm f2 if you prefer. It'll be a significant step up in image quality from MFT kit.
Oh, and I'd forget 1" sensor cameras if you want a bump up in image quality from MFT.
Good luck choosing.
Yes, A7C. I feel like I require a zoom, and that's when the lends get chunky.
The underrated Canon G1X Mk3 is as small as a premium compact and has an APS-C sized sensor, as well as a 24-72 equivalent lens. It’s not perfect and while it’s not as sharp as the X100, it’s arguably more usable (and a bit smaller).
Looks a good size.
If you already have m4/3 lenses how about one of the newer 20mp cameras.
Such as Olympus E-M5 iii, E-M10 iv or Panasonic GX9
GX9 looks good.
I have to agree with you there. I have the fixed focal length Fuji XF10. It is great not having to think about what lens to stick on the camera, or how much to zoom in or out Simply get up close and take the photo. I am certainly getting more photos that I do like.
I agree 100% - it sounds weird but having a 35mm seems to make shooting easier than worrying about what lens to put on and what lens to take with you. Very liberating. You can still zoom in when editing if needed.
As much as I'd want to, I know the fixed will get tiresome.
The GM1 has an AA filter and is a bit softer than the newer 16Mp and 20Mp MFT cameras. It also suffers from a bit of shutter shock.
A newer Panasonic or Olympus body would probably be a noticeable step up. And if the OP has some MFT lenses then these will carry over.
If size is important and a fixed lens isn't an issue then the Fuji XF10 or Ricoh GRiii are one route. Neither have an EVF but both offer APS-C. X100 family is a bit bigger but offers an EVF (and OVF). These cover quite a spectrum in price.
Problem with APS-C mirrorless is that is a step up in size over MFT in terms of lens. The X-T30 has been mentioned - with the 18-55. The combination is quite a leap in size and weight over a GM1 with a small lens. Fuji also offer the XE family - the XE4 has just been launched - and there's a 27mm pancake lens. Add anything but the lightest lens to the other APS-C options and they will also be quite a bit larger.
So what are the main parameters for the OP - focal length, EVF, and what is an acceptable size?
Think you've summed it up. Reading these replies and doing further research A7C is probably perfect but I think it might be too big/heavy. Ultimately the quality of image is the most important. Focal length isn't a big zoom just a normal kit, GM1 kit lens was 12-32mm which was enough zoom for me. Anything else I'd get a separate lens, but I haven't felt the need to.
Sony A6500 (or A6600 if funds allow) and Sony 18-135. An overlooked but excellent lens.
A6600 is looking good, that lens is definitely too big.
Nice. But keep in mind that the TZ95 is a tiny sensor compact and the image quality wont match a 1" camera never mind a recent MFT camera.
A holiday snap pano. First generation A7, 35mm f2.8, handheld at f2.8, 1/80 and ISO 12,800.
100% crop from that. This will probably suffer from the posting process so will possibly not look as good here as on my screen. In the original picture you can see someone at that 321 rooftop swimming pool.
To get significantly better than MFT, IMO, maybe a really top end APS-C camera or a FF camera will be needed. Almost anything is good enough in good light for normal whole picture viewing but if the OP wants to look closer than normal whole picture viewing and wants better IQ 1/23 or 1" cameras with long zoom lenses are probably not going to cut it. All in my HO.
This is why I'm thinking A7C.
Early next month the Fuji X-E4 with 27mm 2.8 WR will be released for under £1K i think.
There is no AA filter on the sensors and that lens is quite a sharp little thing, its light and small and looks like a little rangefinder.
Will take a look, seems to be a lot of Fuji that could be good, how do you decide!
I think the situation with the likes of the TZ95 is that you get a camera with a long zoom lens range, smaller sensor, EVF, and an inbuilt cover on the collapsing lens that make it very flexible and pocketable. Play to its strengths and you get good results.
It's quite possible to get MFT kit at not much more than a TZ95 depending on the lens. Oly EM10ii and EM10iii are still available with kit zooms. Bit bigger - but good stabilisation and well featured - and the smaller MFT lenses make carrying an extra lens or two convenient.
(It's possible to get a low end APS-C kit for not much more than a TZ95 if you catch a deal at the right time).
This is a third of my budget, is it really what I should get?
I think the real decision is pocketability - once that decision has been made it narrows down the selection of available cameras.
Most cameras are capable of sharp images, but the smaller sensors obviously loose out in low light and shallow depth of field.
My choices would be X100 series - if its not pocketable or Sony RX100 series if it has to be pocketable - keeping the zoom range down for better IQ
Difficult without seeing in person, even watching videos. It's the lens that could be an issue rather than body-only size.
How about a used Sony RX1?
MPB have some within your budget and it's a full-frame sensor with a stellar 35mm fixed lens. Probably the closest you'll get to a Leica Q within budget.
Looks perfect! But a bit too pricey I think at new price.
Surprised nobody has suggested use your phone, looks like I have now.
Good ones seem to rival small cameras these days, no surprise they have killed the compact market.
This is the thing, I've always wanted a camera over the phone due to quality, and I don't think I will get the quality I want with a phone? Having a play on preview image-comparison tool, the iPhone X is significantly worse than all the cameras I was looking at.