Panasonic G1 vs Panasonic GF7

Let's look a little more closely at the Panasonic G1 and Panasonic GF7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and they are both offered by Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the G1 (12MP) and GF7 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

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The G1 was brought out 7 years earlier than the GF7 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the G1 grades vs the GF7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic G1 Gallery and Panasonic GF7 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G1 offers outer measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") along with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) while the Panasonic GF7 has proportions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the G1 versus the GF7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G1 and GF7 is 82 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing technical specs. The picture here might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the G1 and GF7.

As you can tell, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic GF7 to deliver greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged G1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.