Panasonic GX850 vs Panasonic LX7

Following is a extended analysis of the Panasonic GX850 versus Panasonic LX7, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the GX850 (16MP) and LX7 (10MP) and the GX850 (Four Thirds) and LX7 (1/1.7") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GX850 was manufactured 4 years after the LX7 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GX850 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LX7 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a short summary of how the GX850 grades against the LX7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX850 Gallery and Panasonic LX7 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GX850 comes with outer measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Panasonic LX7 has proportions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

See the Panasonic GX850 versus Panasonic LX7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the GX850 and the LX7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GX850 and LX7 is 90 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching specifications. The picture underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the GX850 and LX7.

To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GX850 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic GX850 will render greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer GX850 will have an advantage in sensor technology.