Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic GH1

On this page, we will be matching up the Panasonic FX700 versus Panasonic GH1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FX700 (14MP) and the GH1 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the FX700 (1/2.3") and GH1 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor sizing.

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The FX700 was brought out 13 months after the GH1 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FX700 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FX700 matches up versus the GH1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX700 Gallery and Panasonic GH1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX700 features outer 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) while the Panasonic GH1 has sizing of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FX700 versus Panasonic GH1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the FX700 and the GH1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FX700 and GH1 is 94 and 81 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through specs. The picture here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FX700 and GH1.

All in all, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FX700 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Panasonic FX700 will produce greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The newer FX700 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.