Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic GF2

Its time to look more closely at the Nikon Z7 II versus Panasonic GF2, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and GF2 (12MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and GF2 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The Z7 II was introduced 9 years after the GF2 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Z7 II grades versus the GF2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z7 Mark II & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 II Gallery & Panasonic GF2 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z7 II comes with physical measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF2 has dimensions of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Z7 II compared to the GF2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Z7 II and GF2 is 61 and 88 respectively.

Generally, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through specs. The image below will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Z7 II and GF2.

All in all, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Z7 II using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Nikon Z7 II will provide you with extra detail using its extra 34MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer Z7 II will have a benefit in sensor innovation.