Panasonic FH7 vs Panasonic GH4

Below is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic FH7 versus Panasonic GH4, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH7 (16MP) and the GH4 (16MP) is relatively similar but the FH7 (1/2.3") and GH4 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor size.

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The FH7 was released 3 years prior to the GH4 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH7 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GH4 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the FH7 matches up versus the GH4 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH7 Gallery and Panasonic GH4 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH7 features external dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic GH4 has proportions of 133mm x 93mm x 84mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.3") with a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH7 versus Panasonic GH4 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the FH7 versus the GH4.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FH7 and GH4 is 96 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by reading a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FH7 and GH4.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with the identical MP albeit different sensor measurements. The FH7 has the tinier sensor which will make achieving bokeh more challenging. The older FH7 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.