Nikon Z7 vs Panasonic GF1
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Nikon Z7 vs Panasonic GF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Boost to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 68mm
- Revealed August 2018
- Updated by Nikon Z7 II
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 385g - 119 x 71 x 36mm
- Released October 2009
- Newer Model is Panasonic GF2
Nikon Z7 vs Panasonic GF1 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Nikon Z7 versus Panasonic GF1, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and GF1 (12MP) and the Z7 (Full frame) and GF1 (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizing.
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe Z7 was announced 8 years after the GF1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the Z7 scores vs the GF1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon Z7 vs Panasonic GF1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z7 Gallery & Panasonic GF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 over the Panasonic GF1
Z7 | GF1 | |||
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Released | August 2018 | October 2009 | Newer by 108 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 460k | Crisper display (+1640k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF1 over the Nikon Z7
GF1 | Z7 |
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Common features in the Nikon Z7 and Panasonic GF1
Z7 | GF1 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Nikon Z7 vs Panasonic GF1 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z7 provides exterior dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Panasonic GF1 has proportions of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon Z7 versus Panasonic GF1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the Z7 and the GF1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 and GF1 is 62 and 85 respectively.
Nikon Z7 vs Panasonic GF1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The picture below will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z7 and GF1.
As you have seen, each of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z7 with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon Z7 will offer extra detail with its extra 34MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The younger Z7 provides an advantage in sensor technology.
Nikon Z7 vs Panasonic GF1 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
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Nikon Z7 vs Panasonic GF1 Specifications
Nikon Z7 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Z7 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2018-08-23 | 2009-10-14 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 6 | 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 alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 32 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 493 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 15 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 2,100 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 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 |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 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) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 675 gr (1.49 pounds) | 385 gr (0.85 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") | 119 x 71 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 99 | 54 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 26.3 | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.6 | 10.3 |
DXO Low light rating | 2668 | 513 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | 380 pictures |
Form 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 feature | ||
Storage type | XQD card | SD/SDHC/MMC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $2,797 | $400 |