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SENSOR Effective pixels: 24 megapixels
SENSOR Max resolution: 6000 x 4000
SENSOR Sensor size: Full frame (35.8 x 23.9 mm)
SENSOR Sensor photo detectors: 25 megapixels
IMAGE White balance presets: 10
PHOTOGRAPHY FEATURES Subject / scene modes: Yes
SCREEN / VIEWFINDER Screen dots: 1,230,000
OPTICS & FOCUS Number of focus points: 117
PHYSICAL Weight (inc. batteries): 474 g (1.04 lb / 16.72 oz)
PHYSICAL Battery Life (CIPA): 340
CONNECTIVITY Headphone port: Yes
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PHOTOGRAPHY FEATURES Minimum shutter speed: 60 sec
PHOTOGRAPHY FEATURES Continuous drive: 10.0 fps
SCREEN / VIEWFINDER Articulated LCD: Fully articulated
SCREEN / VIEWFINDER Touch screen: Yes
SCREEN / VIEWFINDER Viewfinder resolution: 2,360,000
VIDEOGRAPHY FEATURES Resolutions: 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
OTHER FEATURES Timelapse recording: Yes
Summary
The Sony Alpha 7 maximum resolution of 6000 x 4000 pixels (24 megapixels) is better in comparison with the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 maximum resolution of 5184 x 3888 pixels (20 megapixels). The Sony Alpha 7 is produced with bigger sensor compared to the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8: Full frame (35.8 x 23.9 mm) versus Four Thirds (17.3 x 13 mm). This is very significant specification of this model because large sensor allows the photographer to make photos of the more professional quality. The Sony Alpha 7 has more number of white balance presets - 10. This specification gives the photographer more control over colour. The Sony Alpha 7 offers more focus points than the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8: 117 vs 49. More number of focus points means less risk of losing focus lock while tracking a moving object.
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 is produced with articulated:articulated LCD which will allow the photographer to capture pictures from any odd perspective. The Sony Alpha 7 display is better as it offers more screen dots 1,230,000 in compare to 1,040,000 dots of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 display. The higher dot count display is better for reviewing pictures on your camera. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 has a touch screen. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 has better lowest (60 seconds) and fastest (1/8000 second) shutter speeds.
The Sony Alpha 7 battery life is better in compare to the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 battery life. According to CIPA standards the photographer will be able to capture 340 photos with the Alpha 7 and only 330 with the Lumix DMC-GX8. The Alpha 7 weighs 474g which is 13g lighter in comparison with the weight of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8.
Taking into account the above differences the Sony Alpha 7 will become the best choice. Get the list of the best offers on Amazon