Nikon Z7 vs Panasonic GH2

Its time to look much closer at the Nikon Z7 and Panasonic GH2, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and GH2 (16MP) and the Z7 (Full frame) and GH2 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The Z7 was announced 7 years after the GH2 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Z7 scores versus the GH2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z7 Gallery and Panasonic GH2 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z7 offers physical measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Panasonic GH2 has dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon Z7 and Panasonic GH2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the Z7 compared to the GH2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 and GH2 is 62 and 70 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Z7 and GH2.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Z7 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z7 will resolve greater detail with its extra 30MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher Z7 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.