Panasonic G7 vs Panasonic GH1

Below, we are analyzing the Panasonic G7 versus Panasonic GH1, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras and both are manufactured by Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the G7 (16MP) and GH1 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The G7 was released 5 years later than the GH1 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the G7 matches up against the GH1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic G7 Gallery & Panasonic GH1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G7 features exterior dimensions of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") having a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) and the Panasonic GH1 has proportions of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the G7 vs the GH1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G7 and GH1 is 71 and 81 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements merely by looking at technical specs. The visual below should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G7 and GH1.

As you have seen, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic G7 to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger G7 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.