Panasonic GF7 vs Panasonic ZS60

Below, we are analyzing the Panasonic GF7 and Panasonic ZS60, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GF7 (16MP) and the ZS60 (18MP) is very close but the GF7 (Four Thirds) and ZS60 (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

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The GF7 was revealed 11 months prior to the ZS60 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS60 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the GF7 matches up against the ZS60 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GF7 Gallery & Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GF7 comes with exterior dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS60 has dimensions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the GF7 and the ZS60.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the GF7 and ZS60 is 90 and 88 respectively.

Often, its hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the GF7 and ZS60.

All in all, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The GF7 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic ZS60 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The older GF7 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.