Canon G7 X MIII vs Panasonic FS42

Its time to look a little more closely at the Canon G7 X MIII versus Panasonic FS42, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Canon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the G7 X MIII (20MP) and FS42 (10MP) and the G7 X MIII (1") and FS42 (1/2.5") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The G7 X MIII was unveiled 10 years after the FS42 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon G7 X MIII being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic FS42 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the G7 X MIII grades against the FS42 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42. The full galleries are available at Canon G7 X MIII Gallery and Panasonic FS42 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon G7 X MIII provides outer measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 41mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Panasonic FS42 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).

Contrast the Canon G7 X MIII versus Panasonic FS42 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the G7 X MIII versus the FS42.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the G7 X MIII and FS42 is 88 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The pic here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the G7 X MIII and FS42.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G7 X MIII with its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon G7 X MIII will offer greater detail having an extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The newer G7 X MIII will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.