Panasonic GF7 vs Pentax Q7

On this page, we are comparing the Panasonic GF7 and Pentax Q7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the GF7 (16MP) and Q7 (12MP) and the GF7 (Four Thirds) and Q7 (1/1.7") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The GF7 was revealed 19 months later than the Q7 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the GF7 scores against the Q7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 and Pentax Q7. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GF7 Gallery and Pentax Q7 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic GF7 provides physical measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Pentax Q7 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the GF7 compared to the Q7.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the GF7 and Q7 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The visual below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the GF7 and Q7.

All in all, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GF7 with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic GF7 will produce greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The newer GF7 provides an edge in sensor innovation.