Panasonic GF7 vs Panasonic SZ1

Below is a complete comparison of the Panasonic GF7 versus Panasonic SZ1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the GF7 (16MP) and the SZ1 (16MP) is relatively similar but the GF7 (Four Thirds) and SZ1 (1/2.3") boast different sensor measurements.

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The GF7 was revealed 3 years later than the SZ1 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic SZ1 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the GF7 grades versus the SZ1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF7 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GF7 has physical dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the GF7 compared to the SZ1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the GF7 and SZ1 is 90 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the GF7 and SZ1.

As you can see, both the cameras feature the identical MP albeit different sensor measurements. The GF7 uses the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier. The more modern GF7 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.