Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic GX7

Here is a in depth review of the Panasonic FZ300 and Panasonic GX7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both built by Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the FZ300 (12MP) and GX7 (16MP) and the FZ300 (1/2.3") and GX7 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor size.

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The FZ300 was unveiled 21 months later than the GX7 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the FZ300 scores against the GX7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ300 Gallery and Panasonic GX7 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ300 enjoys outer dimensions of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX7 has dimensions of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") having a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ300 and Panasonic GX7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the FZ300 versus the GX7.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ300 and GX7 is 59 and 81 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The visual here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ300 and GX7.

Plainly, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FZ300 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Panasonic GX7 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger FZ300 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.