Panasonic GX7 vs Panasonic TS20

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Panasonic GX7 vs Panasonic TS20, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof and they are both designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the GX7 (16MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is relatively similar but the GX7 (Four Thirds) and TS20 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GX7 was revealed 22 months later than the TS20 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS20 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the GX7 matches up versus the TS20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GX7 enjoys outer dimensions of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") having a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Panasonic TS20 has dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the GX7 vs the TS20.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the GX7 and TS20 is 81 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The visual underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GX7 and TS20.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit not the same sensor sizing. The GX7 uses the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult. The fresher GX7 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.