Nikon Z7 vs Panasonic GH1

Let's look much closer at the Nikon Z7 and Panasonic GH1, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and GH1 (12MP) and the Z7 (Full frame) and GH1 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor size.

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The Z7 was released 9 years later than the GH1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Z7 grades against the GH1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z7 Gallery and Panasonic GH1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon Z7 has outside dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") having a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Panasonic GH1 has specifications of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") and a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon Z7 and Panasonic GH1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Z7 versus the GH1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z7 and GH1 is 62 and 81 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The graphic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Z7 and GH1.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z7 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z7 will resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 34 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent Z7 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.