Panasonic GX7 vs Panasonic XS1

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Panasonic GX7 versus Panasonic XS1, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GX7 (16MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is fairly similar but the GX7 (Four Thirds) and XS1 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizes.

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The GX7 was introduced 11 months later than the XS1 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic XS1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the GX7 scores against the XS1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GX7 Gallery and Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GX7 provides external dimensions of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Panasonic XS1 has measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic GX7 versus Panasonic XS1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the GX7 versus the XS1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the GX7 and XS1 is 81 and 97 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over technical specs. The visual below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the GX7 and XS1.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact resolution but different sensor measurements. The GX7 contains the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF simpler. The newer GX7 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.