Panasonic G7 vs Sony A7 II

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Panasonic G7 versus Sony A7 II, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the G7 (16MP) and A7 II (24MP) and the G7 (Four Thirds) and A7 II (Full frame) use different sensor measurements.

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The G7 was revealed 6 months later than the A7 II and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short view of how the G7 scores versus the A7 II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 and Sony Alpha A7 II. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic G7 Gallery and Sony A7 II Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G7 features physical measurements of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Sony A7 II has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic G7 versus Sony A7 II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the G7 versus the A7 II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the G7 and A7 II is 71 and 69 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading through specifications. The visual underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G7 and A7 II.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G7 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony A7 II will give you more detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively.