Nikon D5300 vs Panasonic G7

Here, we will be looking at the Nikon D5300 versus Panasonic G7, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the D5300 (24MP) and G7 (16MP) and the D5300 (APS-C) and G7 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor measurements.

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The D5300 was introduced 15 months prior to the G7 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D5300 being a Compact SLR camera and the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the D5300 grades against the G7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D5300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon D5300 Gallery and Panasonic G7 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon D5300 provides exterior dimensions of 125mm x 98mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") and a weight of 480 grams (1.06 lbs) and the Panasonic G7 has specifications of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon D5300 versus Panasonic G7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the D5300 versus the G7.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the D5300 and G7 is 68 and 71 respectively.

Often, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading a spec sheet. The image here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the D5300 and G7.

Clearly, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The D5300 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon D5300 will offer greater detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged D5300 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.