Panasonic G7 vs Pentax RZ18

Here is a detailed overview of the Panasonic G7 versus Pentax RZ18, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the G7 (16MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the G7 (Four Thirds) and RZ18 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

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The G7 was unveiled 3 years later than the RZ18 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax RZ18 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the G7 scores versus the RZ18 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 and Pentax Optio RZ18. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic G7 Gallery and Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G7 offers exterior measurements of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Pentax RZ18 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic G7 versus Pentax RZ18 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the G7 vs the RZ18.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the G7 and RZ18 is 71 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through technical specs. The visual below might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the G7 and RZ18.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The G7 comes with the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallow DOF easier. The newer G7 provides an edge in sensor technology.