Canon R7 vs Panasonic GX9

Here, we will be matching up the Canon R7 versus Panasonic GX9, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the R7 (33MP) and GX9 (20MP) and the R7 (APS-C) and GX9 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor measurements.

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The R7 was launched 4 years later than the GX9 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon R7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GX9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the R7 scores versus the GX9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R7 & Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon R7 Gallery & Panasonic GX9 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon R7 features exterior measurements of 132mm x 90mm x 92mm (5.2" x 3.5" x 3.6") along with a weight of 612 grams (1.35 lbs) and the Panasonic GX9 has sizing of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") with a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the R7 against the GX9.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the R7 and GX9 is 64 and 82 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the R7 and GX9.

To sum up, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The R7 due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Canon R7 will produce greater detail utilizing its extra 13MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher R7 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.