Panasonic G7 vs Sony QX30

Following is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic G7 vs Sony QX30, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Lens-style by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G7 (16MP) and the QX30 (20MP) is very well matched but the G7 (Four Thirds) and QX30 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizes.

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The G7 was announced 9 months after the QX30 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the G7 scores against the QX30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic G7 Gallery and Sony QX30 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G7 has got physical 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) and the Sony QX30 has dimensions of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the G7 versus the QX30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G7 and QX30 is 71 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The picture below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the G7 and QX30.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G7 using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony QX30 will give greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern G7 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.