Panasonic GF1 vs Panasonic SZ7

Here is a complete analysis of the Panasonic GF1 vs Panasonic SZ7, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by Panasonic. The resolution of the GF1 (12MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is fairly similar but the GF1 (Four Thirds) and SZ7 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizing.

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The GF1 was released 3 years before the SZ7 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic SZ7 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the GF1 grades vs the SZ7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic GF1 Gallery and Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GF1 offers exterior measurements of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ7 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the GF1 and the SZ7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GF1 and SZ7 is 85 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the GF1 and SZ7.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GF1 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic SZ7 will offer you more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The older GF1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.