Panasonic GH2 vs Panasonic GX7

Here is a detailed overview of the Panasonic GH2 and Panasonic GX7, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the GH2 (16MP) and the GX7 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The GH2 was announced 3 years earlier than the GX7 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the GH2 grades against the GX7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GH2 Gallery & Panasonic GX7 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GH2 comes with external measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Panasonic GX7 has measurements of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") and a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GH2 and Panasonic GX7 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the GH2 compared to the GX7.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GH2 and GX7 is 70 and 81 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The visual here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the GH2 and GX7.

Clearly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP so you can expect comparable quality of photos but you should always consider the age of the cameras into account. The older GH2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.