Panasonic GX9 vs Panasonic FH7

Its time to look closer at the Panasonic GX9 versus Panasonic FH7, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the GX9 (20MP) and FH7 (16MP) and the GX9 (Four Thirds) and FH7 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The GX9 was manufactured 6 years later than the FH7 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GX9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FH7 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the GX9 matches up against the FH7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX9 Gallery and Panasonic FH7 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GX9 features exterior dimensions of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") and a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) and the Panasonic FH7 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic GX9 versus Panasonic FH7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the GX9 compared to the FH7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX9 and FH7 is 82 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over specs. The graphic below will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GX9 and FH7.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The GX9 due to its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Panasonic GX9 will offer you extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos far more aggressively. The newer GX9 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.