Nikon Z30 vs Panasonic GF7

Following is a in-depth overview of the Nikon Z30 and Panasonic GF7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the Z30 (21MP) and GF7 (16MP) and the Z30 (APS-C) and GF7 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z30 was brought out 7 years after the GF7 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Z30 grades versus the GF7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The entire galleries are available at Nikon Z30 Gallery and Panasonic GF7 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z30 features outside measurements of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF7 has dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Compare the Nikon Z30 and Panasonic GF7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Z30 vs the GF7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z30 and GF7 is 79 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Z30 and GF7.

As you can see, each of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Z30 because of its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Nikon Z30 will resolve more detail having its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The younger Z30 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.