Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic GF7

Below, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic GF7, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FX75 (14MP) and the GF7 (16MP) is pretty close but the FX75 (1/2.3") and GF7 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FX75 was announced 5 years before the GF7 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FX75 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the FX75 matches up against the GF7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FX75 Gallery & Panasonic GF7 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX75 enjoys external measurements of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Panasonic GF7 has measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the FX75 against the GF7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FX75 and GF7 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through specifications. The image here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FX75 and GF7.

Plainly, the two cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FX75 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic GF7 will result in greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FX75 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.