Panasonic G7 vs Panasonic SZ10

Let's take a more detailed look at the Panasonic G7 and Panasonic SZ10, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the G7 (16MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is very close but the G7 (Four Thirds) and SZ10 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizes.

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The G7 was released 5 months later than the SZ10 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic SZ10 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the G7 matches up versus the SZ10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic G7 Gallery & Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G7 provides outer dimensions of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ10 has measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic G7 and Panasonic SZ10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the G7 against the SZ10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G7 and SZ10 is 71 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The graphic below will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G7 and SZ10.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical megapixels but different sensor sizing. The G7 provides the larger sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field easier.