Canon R7 vs Panasonic GX85

The following is a extended review of the Canon R7 vs Panasonic GX85, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the R7 (33MP) and GX85 (16MP) and the R7 (APS-C) and GX85 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor size.

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The R7 was introduced 6 years after the GX85 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon R7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GX85 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the R7 matches up vs the GX85 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS R7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85. The whole galleries are available at Canon R7 Gallery & Panasonic GX85 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon R7 features physical measurements of 132mm x 90mm x 92mm (5.2" x 3.5" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 612 grams (1.35 lbs) while the Panasonic GX85 has dimensions of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the R7 vs the GX85.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the R7 and GX85 is 64 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by looking at specifications. The picture underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the R7 and GX85.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The R7 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Canon R7 will give greater detail using its extra 17MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent R7 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.