Panasonic FH7 vs Panasonic GX850

On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FH7 versus Panasonic GX850, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH7 (16MP) and the GX850 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the FH7 (1/2.3") and GX850 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor measurements.

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The FH7 was brought out 6 years prior to the GX850 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH7 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX850 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the FH7 scores against the GX850 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH7 Gallery and Panasonic GX850 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH7 offers outside measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic GX850 has sizing of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH7 versus Panasonic GX850 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the FH7 vs the GX850.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FH7 and GX850 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through specs. The picture underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FH7 and GX850.

All in all, both cameras provide the same resolution albeit different sensor sizes. The FH7 offers the smaller sensor which will make getting shallower DOF more challenging. The more aged FH7 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.