Panasonic GF7 vs Panasonic GX850

Its time to look closer at the Panasonic GF7 versus Panasonic GX850, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the GF7 (16MP) and the GX850 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The GF7 was introduced 23 months earlier than the GX850 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the GF7 scores against the GX850 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF7 Gallery and Panasonic GX850 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic GF7 features outside dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX850 has specifications of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Check the Panasonic GF7 versus Panasonic GX850 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the GF7 vs the GX850.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GF7 and GX850 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Typically, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing simply by looking at a spec sheet. The visual here may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF7 and GX850.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of photos but you will need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older GF7 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.