Panasonic GF2 vs Panasonic GF7

Lets take a closer look at the Panasonic GF2 vs Panasonic GF7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and both of them are built by Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the GF2 (12MP) and GF7 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The GF2 was launched 4 years prior to the GF7 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the GF2 matches up versus the GF7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF2 provides physical measurements of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Panasonic GF7 has proportions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the GF2 vs the GF7.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the GF2 and GF7 is 88 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing technical specs. The graphic below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GF2 and GF7.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic GF7 to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older GF2 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.