Nikon D750 vs Panasonic GX8

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Nikon D750 and Panasonic GX8, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the D750 (24MP) and the GX8 (20MP) is pretty close but the D750 (Full frame) and GX8 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The D750 was introduced 10 months before the GX8 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D750 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic GX8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the D750 grades vs the GX8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon D750 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon D750 Gallery & Panasonic GX8 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon D750 offers outside dimensions of 141mm x 113mm x 78mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.1") and a weight of 840 grams (1.85 lbs) while the Panasonic GX8 has proportions of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") and a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the D750 compared to the GX8.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D750 and GX8 is 57 and 74 respectively.

Typically, its hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The photograph below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the D750 and GX8.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The D750 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon D750 will provide you with extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older D750 will be behind in sensor tech.