Panasonic G7 vs Panasonic GX1

Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic G7 versus Panasonic GX1, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the G7 (16MP) and the GX1 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The G7 was unveiled 3 years after the GX1 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the G7 matches up vs the GX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G7 Gallery and Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic G7 provides external dimensions of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") having a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Panasonic GX1 has sizing of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic G7 versus Panasonic GX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the G7 versus the GX1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the G7 and GX1 is 71 and 87 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at a spec sheet. The pic below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the G7 and GX1.

As you can see, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of images although you might want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The younger G7 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.