Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic GF1

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic FX700 and Panasonic GF1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are built by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FX700 (14MP) and the GF1 (12MP) is fairly close but the FX700 (1/2.3") and GF1 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FX700 was revealed 10 months later than the GF1 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FX700 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the FX700 grades against the GF1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX700 Gallery & Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX700 provides physical measurements of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF1 has proportions of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FX700 and Panasonic GF1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the FX700 against the GF1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FX700 and GF1 is 94 and 85 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements purely by looking through specs. The visual underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FX700 and GF1.

All in all, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The FX700 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Panasonic FX700 will result in extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher FX700 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.