Panasonic FH5 vs Panasonic GX7

Let's look a bit more closely at the Panasonic FH5 versus Panasonic GX7, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH5 (16MP) and the GX7 (16MP) is relatively similar but the FH5 (1/2.3") and GX7 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FH5 was launched 3 years prior to the GX7 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH5 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the FH5 scores versus the GX7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH5 Gallery & Panasonic GX7 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH5 has outer dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX7 has dimensions of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") and a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH5 versus Panasonic GX7 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the FH5 versus the GX7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH5 and GX7 is 96 and 81 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The photograph here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FH5 and GX7.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got the exact same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizing. The FH5 comes with the tinier sensor which should make getting bokeh tougher. The older FH5 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.