Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic GX8

Following is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic FX580 versus Panasonic GX8, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are produced by Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the FX580 (12MP) and GX8 (20MP) and the FX580 (1/2.3") and GX8 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The FX580 was announced 7 years earlier than the GX8 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FX580 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the FX580 scores versus the GX8 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FX580 Gallery and Panasonic GX8 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX580 features outer dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Panasonic GX8 has proportions of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FX580 versus Panasonic GX8 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the FX580 against the GX8.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FX580 and GX8 is 95 and 74 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out specs. The pic here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FX580 and GX8.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FX580 with its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Panasonic GX8 will provide more detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged FX580 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.