Canon G7 X vs Panasonic ZR1

Its time to examine more in depth at the Canon G7 X vs Panasonic ZR1, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the G7 X (20MP) and ZR1 (12MP) and the G7 X (1") and ZR1 (1/2.3") come with different sensor size.

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The G7 X was introduced 5 years later than the ZR1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon G7 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic ZR1 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the G7 X scores versus the ZR1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G7 X and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The whole galleries are available at Canon G7 X Gallery and Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and size. The Canon G7 X features physical measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Panasonic ZR1 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Analyze the Canon G7 X vs Panasonic ZR1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the G7 X against the ZR1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the G7 X and ZR1 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing technical specs. The photograph here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the G7 X and ZR1.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G7 X using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon G7 X will render greater detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher G7 X should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.