Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic GX8

Below, we are looking at the Panasonic FX78 versus Panasonic GX8, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the FX78 (12MP) and GX8 (20MP) and the FX78 (1/2.3") and GX8 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The FX78 was announced 5 years prior to the GX8 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FX78 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the FX78 matches up against the GX8 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FX78 Gallery & Panasonic GX8 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX78 features outer measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Panasonic GX8 has proportions of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") with a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the FX78 and the GX8.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FX78 and GX8 is 95 and 74 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by going over specifications. The pic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FX78 and GX8.

Plainly, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FX78 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic GX8 will deliver extra detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged FX78 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.