Panasonic GF7 vs Panasonic ZR1

On this page, we will be evaluating the Panasonic GF7 vs Panasonic ZR1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the GF7 (16MP) and ZR1 (12MP) and the GF7 (Four Thirds) and ZR1 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The GF7 was announced 5 years after the ZR1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZR1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the GF7 matches up against the ZR1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GF7 Gallery & Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic GF7 has physical measurements 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 ZR1 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GF7 vs Panasonic ZR1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the GF7 versus the ZR1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the GF7 and ZR1 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by looking at a spec sheet. The picture underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the GF7 and ZR1.

Clearly, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GF7 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic GF7 will give you greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger GF7 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.