Fujifilm X100 vs Panasonic GX7

Here, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm X100 vs Panasonic GX7, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X100 (12MP) and GX7 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X100 (APS-C) and GX7 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X100 was introduced 3 years prior to the GX7 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X100 matches up vs the GX7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix X100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X100 Gallery and Panasonic GX7 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X100 enjoys exterior measurements of 126mm x 75mm x 54mm (5.0" x 3.0" x 2.1") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Panasonic GX7 has proportions of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X100 vs Panasonic GX7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X100 compared to the GX7.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X100 and GX7 is 80 and 81 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The visual underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X100 and GX7.

Plainly, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X100 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic GX7 will produce greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X100 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.