Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic FX700

Following is a complete overview of the Panasonic G9 versus Panasonic FX700, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and FX700 (14MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and FX700 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The G9 was announced 7 years after the FX700 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FX700 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the G9 scores vs the FX700 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic G9 Gallery & Panasonic FX700 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G9 has outer dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX700 has proportions of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic G9 versus Panasonic FX700 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the G9 against the FX700.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the G9 and FX700 is 62 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 and FX700.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G9 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic G9 will deliver greater detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern G9 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.