Panasonic FS42 vs Panasonic GX8

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic FS42 vs Panasonic GX8, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the FS42 (10MP) and GX8 (20MP) and the FS42 (1/2.5") and GX8 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor measurements.

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The FS42 was released 7 years prior to the GX8 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FS42 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GX8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the FS42 grades versus the GX8 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FS42 Gallery and Panasonic GX8 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS42 comes with outside measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Panasonic GX8 has sizing of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FS42 vs Panasonic GX8 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the FS42 and the GX8.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FS42 and GX8 is 95 and 74 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The pic here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FS42 and GX8.

To sum up, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FS42 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Panasonic GX8 will offer extra detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged FS42 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.