Nikon D4 vs Panasonic LX7
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Nikon D4 vs Panasonic LX7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-90mm (F1.4-2.3) lens
- 298g - 111 x 68 x 46mm
- Launched October 2012
- Old Model is Panasonic LX5
- Newer Model is Panasonic LX10
Nikon D4 vs Panasonic LX7 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Nikon D4 versus Panasonic LX7, one is a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the D4 (16MP) and LX7 (10MP) and the D4 (Full frame) and LX7 (1/1.7") come with totally different sensor measurements.
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe D4 was brought out 9 months earlier than the LX7 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon D4 being a Large SLR camera and the Panasonic LX7 being a Compact camera.
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the D4 scores versus the LX7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon D4 vs Panasonic LX7 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D4 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D4 Gallery and Panasonic LX7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D4 over the Panasonic LX7
D4 | LX7 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 920k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX7 over the Nikon D4
LX7 | D4 | |||
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Launched | October 2012 | January 2012 | More modern by 9 months |
Common features in the Nikon D4 and Panasonic LX7
D4 | LX7 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Nikon D4 vs Panasonic LX7 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon D4 provides external measurements of 160mm x 157mm x 91mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs) and the Panasonic LX7 has sizing of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") along with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).
Look at the Nikon D4 versus Panasonic LX7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the D4 versus the LX7.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D4 and LX7 is 50 and 86 respectively.
Nikon D4 vs Panasonic LX7 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching specifications. The pic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the D4 and LX7.
To sum up, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The D4 because of its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon D4 will result in extra detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged D4 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon D4 vs Panasonic LX7 Specifications
Nikon D4 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon D4 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 |
Category | Pro DSLR | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-01-06 | 2012-10-15 |
Body design | Large SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 3 | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 23.9mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 860.4mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 5:4 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4928 x 3280 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 204800 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 51 | 23 |
Cross type focus points | 15 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-90mm (3.8x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/1.4-2.3 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Total lenses | 309 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD with brightness control | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0fps | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 8.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1340 gr (2.95 pounds) | 298 gr (0.66 pounds) |
Dimensions | 160 x 157 x 91mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") | 111 x 68 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 89 | 50 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.7 | 20.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.1 | 11.7 |
DXO Low light rating | 2965 | 147 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 2600 pictures | 330 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL18 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2-20 seconds, 1-9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2, or 3 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | CompactFlash, XQD | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 2 | 1 |
Price at launch | $4,500 | $400 |