Panasonic FZ80 vs Panasonic GX7

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FZ80 and Panasonic GX7, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ80 (18MP) and the GX7 (16MP) is relatively similar but the FZ80 (1/2.3") and GX7 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The FZ80 was launched 3 years later than the GX7 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the FZ80 matches up against the GX7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ80 Gallery & Panasonic GX7 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ80 features external measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") accompanied by a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs) while the Panasonic GX7 has measurements of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the FZ80 compared to the GX7.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ80 and GX7 is 63 and 81 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ80 and GX7.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The FZ80 featuring a tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Panasonic FZ80 will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher FZ80 will have an edge in sensor tech.