Nikon B700 vs Panasonic GX7

Its time to look closer at the Nikon B700 vs Panasonic GX7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the B700 (20MP) and GX7 (16MP) and the B700 (1/2.3") and GX7 (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizes.

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The B700 was brought out 2 years later than the GX7 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon B700 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the B700 matches up vs the GX7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix B700 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7. The entire galleries are available at Nikon B700 Gallery and Panasonic GX7 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon B700 features outer measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Panasonic GX7 has sizing of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon B700 vs Panasonic GX7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the B700 compared to the GX7.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the B700 and GX7 is 65 and 81 respectively.

Usually, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The graphic below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the B700 and GX7.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The B700 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Nikon B700 will offer you greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer B700 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.