Panasonic G7 vs Panasonic GX7

Let's take a deeper look at the Panasonic G7 and Panasonic GX7, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the G7 (16MP) and the GX7 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The G7 was introduced 19 months after the GX7 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the G7 grades vs the GX7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic G7 Gallery & Panasonic GX7 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic G7 provides outside measurements of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX7 has specifications of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic G7 and Panasonic GX7 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the G7 vs the GX7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the G7 and GX7 is 71 and 81 respectively.

Often, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through a spec sheet. The pic underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G7 and GX7.

As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you can expect similar quality of pictures but you should really take the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger G7 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.