Nikon D80 vs Panasonic GX7

Below, we will be comparing the Nikon D80 versus Panasonic GX7, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the D80 (10MP) and GX7 (16MP) and the D80 (APS-C) and GX7 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor size.

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The D80 was manufactured 8 years prior to the GX7 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Nikon D80 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the D80 matches up vs the GX7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D80 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon D80 Gallery and Panasonic GX7 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon D80 has outside measurements of 132mm x 103mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") and a weight of 668 grams (1.47 lbs) while the Panasonic GX7 has sizing of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon D80 versus Panasonic GX7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the D80 against the GX7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the D80 and GX7 is 62 and 81 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking specs. The pic below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the D80 and GX7.

All in all, both of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The D80 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic GX7 will give you extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged D80 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.