Panasonic G6 vs Panasonic LX7

Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic G6 and Panasonic LX7, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are built by Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the G6 (16MP) and LX7 (10MP) and the G6 (Four Thirds) and LX7 (1/1.7") posses totally different sensor size.

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The G6 was released 7 months later than the LX7 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LX7 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the G6 grades versus the LX7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic G6 Gallery & Panasonic LX7 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G6 provides physical measurements of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") along with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Panasonic LX7 has dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic G6 and Panasonic LX7 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the G6 against the LX7.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G6 and LX7 is 74 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing technical specs. The graphic below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G6 and LX7.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G6 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic G6 will show greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer G6 will have an edge in sensor technology.