Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic GX850

Below, we are evaluating the Panasonic FP7 and Panasonic GX850, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FP7 (16MP) and the GX850 (16MP) is very close but the FP7 (1/2.3") and GX850 (Four Thirds) use different sensor size.

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The FP7 was released 7 years earlier than the GX850 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GX850 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FP7 grades against the GX850 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FP7 Gallery & Panasonic GX850 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP7 has got external dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Panasonic GX850 has measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FP7 and Panasonic GX850 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the FP7 compared to the GX850.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FP7 and GX850 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The visual below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP7 and GX850.

As you have seen, the two cameras have got the exact same resolution but different sensor sizing. The FP7 offers the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field harder. The older FP7 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.