Panasonic G7 vs Sony RX1
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Panasonic G7 vs Sony RX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 410g - 125 x 86 x 77mm
- Introduced May 2015
- Succeeded the Panasonic G6
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0-22.0) lens
- 482g - 113 x 65 x 70mm
- Revealed February 2013
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Below is a in depth analysis of the Panasonic G7 versus Sony RX1, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the G7 (16MP) and RX1 (24MP) and the G7 (Four Thirds) and RX1 (Full frame) posses totally different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe G7 was launched 2 years later than the RX1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the G7 grades vs the RX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic G7 Gallery & Sony RX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G7 over the Sony RX1
| G7 | RX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | May 2015 |  | February 2013 | More recent by 28 months |
| Display type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX1 over the Panasonic G7
| RX1 | G7 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1229k |  | 1040k | Clearer display (+189k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic G7 and Sony RX1
| G7 | RX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display measurement |
Panasonic G7 vs Sony RX1 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G7 features external measurements of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") and a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Sony RX1 has measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).
See the Panasonic G7 versus Sony RX1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the G7 versus the RX1.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G7 and RX1 is 71 and 79 respectively.
Panasonic G7 vs Sony RX1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G7 and RX1.
Clearly, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G7 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony RX1 will offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The younger G7 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic G7 vs Sony RX1 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1 |
| Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2015-05-19 | 2013-02-19 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Four Thirds | Full frame |
| Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
| Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 852.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 24MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4592 x 3448 | 6000 x 4000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 49 | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | - | 35mm (1x) |
| Maximum aperture | - | f/2.0-22.0 |
| Amount of lenses | 107 | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 1,229k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display tech | - | Xtra FineTFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic and Optical (optional) |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
| Continuous shooting rate | 7.0fps | 5.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 9.30 m | 6.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/4000 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30, 25, 24, 20fps) 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 410 gr (0.90 lb) | 482 gr (1.06 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 125 x 86 x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") | 113 x 65 x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | 93 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 25.1 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.3 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2534 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 photographs | 270 photographs |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | NP-BX1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail price | $800 | $2,798 |
