Panasonic G1 vs Sony A7R II

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Panasonic G1 and Sony A7R II, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the G1 (12MP) and A7R II (42MP) and the G1 (Four Thirds) and A7R II (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The G1 was unveiled 7 years earlier than the A7R II which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the G1 matches up versus the A7R II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 & Sony Alpha A7R II. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G1 Gallery & Sony A7R II Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G1 provides physical measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") and a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) while the Sony A7R II has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic G1 and Sony A7R II in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the G1 vs the A7R II.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the G1 and A7R II is 82 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through a spec sheet. The image here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G1 and A7R II.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G1 with its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Sony A7R II will give extra detail having an extra 30MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged G1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.