Olympus XZ-1 vs Panasonic GF7

Lets examine more closely at the Olympus XZ-1 versus Panasonic GF7, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the XZ-1 (10MP) and GF7 (16MP) and the XZ-1 (1/1.63") and GF7 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor measurements.

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The XZ-1 was revealed 5 years prior to the GF7 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus XZ-1 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise view of how the XZ-1 matches up against the GF7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus XZ-1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus XZ-1 Gallery & Panasonic GF7 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus XZ-1 offers exterior dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs) and the Panasonic GF7 has sizing of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus XZ-1 versus Panasonic GF7 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the XZ-1 against the GF7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the XZ-1 and GF7 is 88 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The photograph underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the XZ-1 and GF7.

Plainly, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The XZ-1 having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Panasonic GF7 will deliver greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older XZ-1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.