Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic G7

In this write-up, we are looking at the Panasonic FX700 and Panasonic G7, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FX700 (14MP) and the G7 (16MP) is very well matched but the FX700 (1/2.3") and G7 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor measurements.

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The FX700 was released 5 years before the G7 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FX700 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the FX700 scores vs the G7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX700 Gallery and Panasonic G7 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FX700 has external dimensions of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic G7 has specifications of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FX700 and Panasonic G7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the FX700 vs the G7.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FX700 and G7 is 94 and 71 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The pic below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FX700 and G7.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FX700 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh trickier and the Panasonic G7 will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged FX700 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.