Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic GX7

In this article, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic GX7, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are produced by Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the FZ28 (10MP) and GX7 (16MP) and the FZ28 (1/2.3") and GX7 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FZ28 was introduced 5 years prior to the GX7 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the FZ28 grades against the GX7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ28 Gallery & Panasonic GX7 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ28 features outside measurements of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") along with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs) while the Panasonic GX7 has measurements of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") having a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the FZ28 compared to the GX7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ28 and GX7 is 72 and 81 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The image below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ28 and GX7.

As you have seen, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FZ28 using its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh trickier and the Panasonic GX7 will show more detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged FZ28 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.