Panasonic GX7 vs Panasonic TS4

On this page, we will be matching up the Panasonic GX7 vs Panasonic TS4, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof and both are offered by Panasonic. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the GX7 (16MP) and TS4 (12MP) and the GX7 (Four Thirds) and TS4 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GX7 was introduced 22 months later than the TS4 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the GX7 matches up vs the TS4 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GX7 Gallery & Panasonic TS4 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic GX7 features external measurements of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Panasonic TS4 has specifications of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the GX7 versus the TS4.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the GX7 and TS4 is 81 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements just by looking at specifications. The visual here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GX7 and TS4.

Plainly, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The GX7 with its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic GX7 will give more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger GX7 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.