Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic GX1

On this page, we will be looking at the Panasonic FX700 and Panasonic GX1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the FX700 (14MP) and the GX1 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the FX700 (1/2.3") and GX1 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The FX700 was introduced 19 months earlier than the GX1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FX700 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the FX700 matches up versus the GX1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FX700 Gallery & Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX700 has got physical measurements of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX1 has sizing of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") and a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the FX700 against the GX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX700 and GX1 is 94 and 87 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The visual underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FX700 and GX1.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FX700 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic GX1 will show greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The older FX700 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.