Panasonic GX7 vs Panasonic LX10

Below, we will be reviewing the Panasonic GX7 and Panasonic LX10, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both are created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GX7 (16MP) and the LX10 (20MP) is pretty close but the GX7 (Four Thirds) and LX10 (1") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The GX7 was launched 3 years prior to the LX10 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LX10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the GX7 matches up against the LX10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX7 Gallery and Panasonic LX10 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GX7 has exterior measurements of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") and a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Panasonic LX10 has dimensions of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") along with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GX7 and Panasonic LX10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the GX7 compared to the LX10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the GX7 and LX10 is 81 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor sizes only by viewing specs. The pic below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the GX7 and LX10.

As you can plainly see, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GX7 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic LX10 will provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged GX7 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.