Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic GF7

Following is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic FZ150 versus Panasonic GF7, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are sold by Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the FZ150 (12MP) and GF7 (16MP) and the FZ150 (1/2.3") and GF7 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The FZ150 was released 3 years earlier than the GF7 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the FZ150 scores against the GF7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery and Panasonic GF7 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ150 has exterior dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) while the Panasonic GF7 has sizing of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FZ150 versus Panasonic GF7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the FZ150 compared to the GF7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ150 and GF7 is 67 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes purely by going through technical specs. The image underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ150 and GF7.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FZ150 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Panasonic GF7 will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged FZ150 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.