Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic GF7

Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic FS12 versus Panasonic GF7, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both built by Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the FS12 (12MP) and GF7 (16MP) and the FS12 (1/2.3") and GF7 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor size.

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The FS12 was unveiled 6 years before the GF7 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the FS12 matches up vs the GF7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS12 Gallery and Panasonic GF7 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS12 offers outside dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic GF7 has proportions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FS12 versus Panasonic GF7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the FS12 versus the GF7.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS12 and GF7 is 95 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by checking out specs. The pic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FS12 and GF7.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FS12 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Panasonic GF7 will produce extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FS12 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.