Panasonic GX7 vs Sony H90

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic GX7 versus Sony H90, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the GX7 (16MP) and the H90 (16MP) is relatively close but the GX7 (Four Thirds) and H90 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The GX7 was announced 21 months later than the H90 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony H90 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the GX7 matches up vs the H90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GX7 Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GX7 has outer measurements of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Sony H90 has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic GX7 versus Sony H90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the GX7 compared to the H90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the GX7 and H90 is 81 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The photograph here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the GX7 and H90.

As you can tell, both of those cameras feature the identical MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The GX7 offers the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier. The younger GX7 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.