Panasonic GX7 vs Sigma fp L

Below, we are evaluating the Panasonic GX7 and Sigma fp L, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Sigma. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the GX7 (16MP) and fp L (61MP) and the GX7 (Four Thirds) and fp L (Full frame) use totally different sensor size.

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The GX7 was brought out 8 years prior to the fp L which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the GX7 grades versus the fp L for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 and Sigma fp L. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GX7 Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you should think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic GX7 features exterior dimensions of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") and a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Sigma fp L has sizing of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic GX7 and Sigma fp L 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 attached at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the GX7 and the fp L.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the GX7 and fp L is 81 and 83 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The image below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX7 and fp L.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GX7 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Sigma fp L will offer you greater detail having its extra 45MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged GX7 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.