Panasonic GX9 vs Panasonic FP7

Let's examine more closely at the Panasonic GX9 versus Panasonic FP7, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the GX9 (20MP) and FP7 (16MP) and the GX9 (Four Thirds) and FP7 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.

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The GX9 was introduced 7 years after the FP7 which is quite a serious difference 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 FP7 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the GX9 scores against the FP7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GX9 Gallery & Panasonic FP7 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GX9 has exterior dimensions of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP7 has proportions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic GX9 versus Panasonic FP7 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the GX9 against the FP7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX9 and FP7 is 82 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes only by reviewing technical specs. The picture here should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX9 and FP7.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GX9 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic GX9 will offer extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer GX9 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.