Panasonic GX7 vs Sony A6700
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Panasonic GX7 vs Sony A6700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 402g - 123 x 71 x 55mm
- Introduced November 2013
- Superseded the Panasonic GX1
- Replacement is Panasonic GX8
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Raise to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 493g - 122 x 69 x 75mm
- Launched July 2023
- Previous Model is Sony A6600
Panasonic GX7 vs Sony A6700 Overview
The following is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic GX7 versus Sony A6700, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the GX7 (16MP) and A6700 (26MP) and the GX7 (Four Thirds) and A6700 (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe GX7 was launched 10 years earlier than the A6700 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the GX7 scores versus the A6700 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic GX7 vs Sony A6700 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 and Sony Alpha a6700. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic GX7 Gallery and Sony A6700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GX7 over the Sony A6700
GX7 | A6700 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A6700 over the Panasonic GX7
A6700 | GX7 | |||
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Launched | July 2023 | November 2013 | Newer by 117 months | |
Display type | Fully articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Panasonic GX7 and Sony A6700
GX7 | A6700 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3.00" | Equal display sizing | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 1040k | Identical display resolution | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Panasonic GX7 vs Sony A6700 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic GX7 enjoys exterior dimensions of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Sony A6700 has specifications of 122mm x 69mm x 75mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 3.0") having a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).
Check the Panasonic GX7 versus Sony A6700 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the GX7 versus the A6700.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX7 and A6700 is 81 and 75 respectively.
Panasonic GX7 vs Sony A6700 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GX7 and A6700.
As you can see, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GX7 due to its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh trickier and the Sony A6700 will resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged GX7 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic GX7 vs Sony A6700 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 | Sony Alpha a6700 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 | Sony Alpha a6700 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2013-11-07 | 2023-07-12 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 26MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4592 x 3448 | 6192 x 4128 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 32000 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 107 | 199 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3.00" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,765k dots | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Slow sync w/red-eye reduction, off | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction (On/Off selectable), Hi-speed sync, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/320s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 50p, 50i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 402 gr (0.89 pounds) | 493 gr (1.09 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 71 x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") | 122 x 69 x 75mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 70 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 718 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | 570 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FZ1000 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 10 secs w/ 3 shots) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $1,000 | $1,399 |