Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic GF1
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Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic GF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Introduced October 2020
- Previous Model is Nikon Z7
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 385g - 119 x 71 x 36mm
- Released October 2009
- Updated by Panasonic GF2
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic GF1 Overview
Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Nikon Z7 II versus Panasonic GF1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and GF1 (12MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and GF1 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Z7 II was launched 11 years later than the GF1 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Z7 II grades versus the GF1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic GF1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z7 Mark II & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon Z7 II Gallery & Panasonic GF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Panasonic GF1
Z7 II | GF1 | |||
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Released | October 2020 | October 2009 | More recent by 134 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 460k | Clearer screen (+1640k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF1 over the Nikon Z7 II
GF1 | Z7 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z7 II and Panasonic GF1
Z7 II | GF1 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic GF1 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z7 II has got exterior dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Panasonic GF1 has measurements of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).
See the Nikon Z7 II versus Panasonic GF1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Z7 II vs the GF1.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z7 II and GF1 is 61 and 85 respectively.
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic GF1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching specs. The visual below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z7 II and GF1.
All in all, both the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Z7 II due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Nikon Z7 II will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 34 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The younger Z7 II provides a benefit in sensor tech.
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Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic GF1 Specifications
Nikon Z7 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z7 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2020-10-14 | 2009-10-14 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine HD |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 32 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 493 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 15 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 2,100 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 705g (1.55 lb) | 385g (0.85 lb) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 119 x 71 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 513 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 420 images | 380 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II) | SD/SDHC/MMC |
Card slots | Dual | Single |
Price at launch | $2,997 | $400 |