Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Panasonic GX1 and Panasonic GF7 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic GX1 has external dimensions of 116 x 68 x 39 mm (4.57 x 2.68 x 1.54″) and weighs 318 g (0.70 lb / 11.22 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic GF7 has external dimensions of 107 x 65 x 33 mm (4.21 x 2.56 x 1.3″) and weighs 266 g (0.59 lb / 9.38 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Panasonic GX1 and the Panasonic GF7. Panasonic GF7 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 9mm narrower, 3mm shorter and 6mm thinner than Panasonic GX1.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Panasonic GX1 and Panasonic GF7.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic GX1 and Panasonic GF7.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic GF7 is significantly lighter (52g ) than the Panasonic GX1 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Also keep in mind that body weight is not the only deciding factor when comparing two interchangeable camera bodies, you also have to take into account the lenses that you will be using with these bodies. Since both Panasonic GX1 and Panasonic GF7 have the same Micro Four Thirds lens mount and Four Thirds sized sensors, lenses will not be a differentiator on total size of the system.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Mirrorless Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic GX1 and Panasonic GF7's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Panasonic GF7 features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Panasonic GX1 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to GF7.