Panasonic GF7 vs Panasonic LF1

Lets take a closer look at the Panasonic GF7 versus Panasonic LF1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the GF7 (16MP) and LF1 (12MP) and the GF7 (Four Thirds) and LF1 (1/1.7") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The GF7 was released 15 months after the LF1 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LF1 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the GF7 scores vs the LF1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic GF7 Gallery & Panasonic LF1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF7 provides external measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LF1 has proportions of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic GF7 versus Panasonic LF1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the GF7 and the LF1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GF7 and LF1 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions only by going over specifications. The picture underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the GF7 and LF1.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GF7 due to its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Panasonic GF7 will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent GF7 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.