Panasonic GF7 vs Sony HX80

On this page, we will be analyzing the Panasonic GF7 vs Sony HX80, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the GF7 (16MP) and the HX80 (18MP) is relatively well matched but the GF7 (Four Thirds) and HX80 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The GF7 was unveiled 13 months before the HX80 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX80 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the GF7 matches up against the HX80 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GF7 Gallery & Sony HX80 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF7 offers exterior 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 HX80 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GF7 vs Sony HX80 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the GF7 against the HX80.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the GF7 and HX80 is 90 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at specs. The pic below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF7 and HX80.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GF7 with its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony HX80 will resolve extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged GF7 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.