Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic GH4

The following is a detailed review of the Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic GH4, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless and both are designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP7 (16MP) and the GH4 (16MP) is very comparable but the FP7 (1/2.3") and GH4 (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizes.

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The FP7 was introduced 4 years prior to the GH4 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GH4 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the FP7 grades versus the GH4 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Panasonic GH4 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP7 has got exterior dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 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).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the FP7 vs the GH4.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FP7 and GH4 is 95 and 66 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions merely by going through specifications. The picture underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FP7 and GH4.

Plainly, both of these cameras have the same resolution but different sensor dimensions. The FP7 features the smaller sensor which will make obtaining bokeh more challenging. The more aged FP7 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.