Panasonic FZ1000 II vs Panasonic GF7

Here is a extensive review of the Panasonic FZ1000 II and Panasonic GF7, one being a Large Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both offered by Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the FZ1000 II (20MP) and GF7 (16MP) and the FZ1000 II (1") and GF7 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The FZ1000 II was brought out 4 years later than the GF7 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ1000 II being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FZ1000 II scores versus the GF7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ1000 II Gallery and Panasonic GF7 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ1000 II features exterior dimensions of 136mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") accompanied by a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs) while the Panasonic GF7 has proportions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ1000 II and Panasonic GF7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the FZ1000 II against the GF7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ1000 II and GF7 is 55 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ1000 II and GF7.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FZ1000 II featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic FZ1000 II will offer more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent FZ1000 II should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.