Panasonic GF7 vs Sony A6300

Here, we will be looking at the Panasonic GF7 and Sony A6300, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the GF7 (16MP) and A6300 (24MP) and the GF7 (Four Thirds) and A6300 (APS-C) provide different sensor sizes.

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The GF7 was released 12 months prior to the A6300 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the GF7 grades vs the A6300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 and Sony Alpha a6300. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF7 Gallery and Sony A6300 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic GF7 comes with external dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Sony A6300 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.9") having a weight of 404 grams (0.89 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GF7 and Sony A6300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the GF7 against the A6300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GF7 and A6300 is 90 and 83 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The photograph below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the GF7 and A6300.

To sum up, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GF7 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Sony A6300 will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The older GF7 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.