Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic GX7

In this article, we are evaluating the Panasonic FP7 and Panasonic GX7, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both built by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP7 (16MP) and the GX7 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the FP7 (1/2.3") and GX7 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FP7 was revealed 3 years earlier than the GX7 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the FP7 grades versus the GX7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FP7 Gallery & Panasonic GX7 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP7 has physical measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX7 has measurements of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the FP7 against the GX7.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FP7 and GX7 is 95 and 81 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to see the gap in sensor sizes only by going through specs. The picture underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FP7 and GX7.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact MP but not the same sensor sizes. The FP7 uses the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving shallow depth of field harder. The more aged FP7 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.