Panasonic FS42 vs Panasonic GF7

Its time to look much closer at the Panasonic FS42 vs Panasonic GF7, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are created by Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the FS42 (10MP) and GF7 (16MP) and the FS42 (1/2.5") and GF7 (Four Thirds) have different sensor dimensions.

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The FS42 was revealed 6 years before the GF7 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS42 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 brief summation of how the FS42 scores against the GF7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FS42 Gallery and Panasonic GF7 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS42 comes with outside measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Panasonic GF7 has dimensions 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 FS42 vs Panasonic GF7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the FS42 and the GF7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS42 and GF7 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The visual below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FS42 and GF7.

Plainly, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FS42 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic GF7 will render extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older FS42 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.