Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic GH4

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Panasonic FX580 and Panasonic GH4, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Pro Mirrorless and both of them are built by Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the FX580 (12MP) and GH4 (16MP) and the FX580 (1/2.3") and GH4 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor size.

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The FX580 was brought out 6 years prior to the GH4 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FX580 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GH4 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the FX580 scores versus the GH4 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FX580 Gallery & Panasonic GH4 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX580 enjoys physical measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic GH4 has measurements of 133mm x 93mm x 84mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FX580 and Panasonic GH4 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the FX580 and the GH4.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FX580 and GH4 is 95 and 66 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specs. The graphic here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FX580 and GH4.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FX580 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Panasonic GH4 will offer extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older FX580 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.