Panasonic GF2 vs Sony NEX-7

Here, we are looking at the Panasonic GF2 vs Sony NEX-7, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the GF2 (12MP) and NEX-7 (24MP) and the GF2 (Four Thirds) and NEX-7 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The GF2 was introduced 9 months before the NEX-7 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the GF2 grades versus the NEX-7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 and Sony Alpha NEX-7. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GF2 Gallery and Sony NEX-7 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF2 has exterior 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 Sony NEX-7 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic GF2 vs Sony NEX-7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the GF2 against the NEX-7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GF2 and NEX-7 is 88 and 84 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The visual here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the GF2 and NEX-7.

Plainly, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The GF2 with its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Sony NEX-7 will deliver greater detail using its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older GF2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.