Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic G95

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic G95, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both created by Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the FS7 (10MP) and G95 (20.3MP) and the FS7 (1/2.5") and G95 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The FS7 was released 11 years prior to the G95 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FS7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic G95 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the FS7 scores against the G95 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G95. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS7 Gallery and Panasonic G95 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FS7 has got exterior dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Panasonic G95 has specifications of 130mm x 94mm x 77mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.0") with a weight of 536 grams (1.18 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic G95 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the FS7 versus the G95.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS7 and G95 is 95 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS7 and G95.

As you can see, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FS7 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic G95 will give more detail as a result of its extra 10.3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The older FS7 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.