Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic GF7

Here is a thorough overview of the Panasonic FX78 and Panasonic GF7, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are created by Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the FX78 (12MP) and GF7 (16MP) and the FX78 (1/2.3") and GF7 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The FX78 was brought out 5 years earlier than the GF7 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FX78 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the FX78 matches up vs the GF7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX78 Gallery & Panasonic GF7 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX78 provides exterior measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Panasonic GF7 has sizing of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the FX78 against the GF7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FX78 and GF7 is 95 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The visual below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FX78 and GF7.

To sum up, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FX78 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic GF7 will provide you with greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older FX78 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.