Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic GX850
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX78/Panasonic-FX78-front.jpg)
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Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic GX850 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 142g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FX77
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 269g - 107 x 65 x 33mm
- Announced January 2017
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-GX800 / Lumix DMC-GF9
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Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic GX850 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic GX850, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the FX78 (12MP) and GX850 (16MP) and the FX78 (1/2.3") and GX850 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizes.
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The FX78 was brought out 7 years earlier than the GX850 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FX78 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX850 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FX78 grades against the GX850 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic GX850 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FX78 Gallery and Panasonic GX850 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX78 over the Panasonic GX850
FX78 | GX850 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GX850 over the Panasonic FX78
GX850 | FX78 | |||
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Announced | January 2017 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 72 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+810k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Panasonic FX78 and Panasonic GX850
FX78 | GX850 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic GX850 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX78 comes with physical dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Panasonic GX850 has sizing of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic GX850 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the FX78 versus the GX850.
![Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic GX850 size comparison Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic GX850 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX78-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GX850-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FX78 and GX850 is 95 and 90 respectively.
![Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic GX850 top view buttons comparison Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic GX850 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX78-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GX850-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic GX850 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX78 and GX850.
Clearly, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FX78 featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic GX850 will give you extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older FX78 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
![Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic GX850 sensor size comparison Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic GX850 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX78-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GX850-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic GX850 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic GX850 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic GX850 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX78-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GX850-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic GX850 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FX77 | Lumix DMC-GX800 / Lumix DMC-GF9 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2011-01-25 | 2017-01-04 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine FHD | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4592 x 3448 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/2.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/500 seconds |
Highest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 17 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 20 Mbps, MP4, H.264 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 142 grams (0.31 pounds) | 269 grams (0.59 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 107 x 65 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 73 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 586 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photographs | 210 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 sec, 3 images/10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | microSD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $210 | $548 |