Panasonic GF7 vs Sony HX400V

Below, we are evaluating the Panasonic GF7 vs Sony HX400V, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the GF7 (16MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is very comparable but the GF7 (Four Thirds) and HX400V (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The GF7 was launched 12 months after the HX400V so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a quick overview of how the GF7 grades against the HX400V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic GF7 Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GF7 comes with physical dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Sony HX400V has dimensions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") along with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic GF7 vs Sony HX400V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the GF7 and the HX400V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GF7 and HX400V is 90 and 62 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through specifications. The pic below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the GF7 and HX400V.

Plainly, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GF7 because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony HX400V will show extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The younger GF7 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.