Panasonic GX7 vs Samsung SL102

Here is a complete assessment of the Panasonic GX7 and Samsung SL102, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the GX7 (16MP) and SL102 (10MP) and the GX7 (Four Thirds) and SL102 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

The GX7 was released 4 years later than the SL102 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung SL102 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the GX7 scores versus the SL102 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 and Samsung SL102. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX7 Gallery and Samsung SL102 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GX7 enjoys physical measurements 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 Samsung SL102 has proportions of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check the Panasonic GX7 and Samsung SL102 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the GX7 against the SL102.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the GX7 and SL102 is 81 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the GX7 and SL102.

As you can see, both of those cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GX7 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic GX7 will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger GX7 should have an edge in sensor technology.