Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic G7
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Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic G7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 445g - 135 x 94 x 44mm
- Revealed June 2021
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 410g - 125 x 86 x 77mm
- Announced May 2015
- Earlier Model is Panasonic G6

Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic G7 Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Nikon Z fc and Panasonic G7, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z fc (21MP) and G7 (16MP) and the Z fc (APS-C) and G7 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor measurements.

The Z fc was introduced 6 years later than the G7 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Z fc matches up vs the G7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic G7 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z fc & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z fc Gallery & Panasonic G7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z fc over the Panasonic G7
Z fc | G7 | |||
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Announced | June 2021 | ![]() | May 2015 | More recent by 75 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G7 over the Nikon Z fc
G7 | Z fc |
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Common features in the Nikon Z fc and Panasonic G7
Z fc | G7 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic G7 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon Z fc enjoys exterior dimensions of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Panasonic G7 has specifications of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") having a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon Z fc and Panasonic G7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the Z fc vs the G7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z fc and G7 is 79 and 71 respectively.

Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic G7 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by going through technical specs. The visual below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Z fc and G7.
As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Z fc using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Nikon Z fc will provide more detail using its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern Z fc will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic G7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic G7 Specifications
Nikon Z fc | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Z fc | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2021-06-28 | 2015-05-19 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 4592 x 3448 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 209 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 21 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | 2,360k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Highest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 9.30 m |
Flash options | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 (30, 25, 24, 20fps) 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 445 grams (0.98 lb) | 410 grams (0.90 lb) |
Dimensions | 135 x 94 x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") | 125 x 86 x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | 350 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL25 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $949 | $800 |