Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic FH7

On this page, we will be comparing the Panasonic G9 versus Panasonic FH7, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are designed by Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and FH7 (16MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and FH7 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

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The G9 was released 6 years after the FH7 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FH7 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the G9 scores versus the FH7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic G9 Gallery and Panasonic FH7 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic G9 features outside measurements of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Panasonic FH7 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic G9 versus Panasonic FH7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the G9 vs the FH7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the G9 and FH7 is 62 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 and FH7.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The G9 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic G9 will offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher G9 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.