Panasonic GF7 vs Panasonic LX10

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic GF7 and Panasonic LX10, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both are designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the GF7 (16MP) and the LX10 (20MP) is relatively close but the GF7 (Four Thirds) and LX10 (1") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The GF7 was announced 19 months earlier than the LX10 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LX10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the GF7 grades versus the LX10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF7 Gallery and Panasonic LX10 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF7 provides outside dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX10 has proportions of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic GF7 and Panasonic LX10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the GF7 and the LX10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the GF7 and LX10 is 90 and 88 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the GF7 and LX10.

Clearly, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GF7 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic LX10 will result in more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older GF7 will be behind in sensor tech.