Panasonic GF8 vs Sony NEX-7

The following is a extended analysis of the Panasonic GF8 vs Sony NEX-7, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the GF8 (16MP) and NEX-7 (24MP) and the GF8 (Four Thirds) and NEX-7 (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GF8 was revealed 4 years after the NEX-7 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the GF8 scores against the NEX-7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 and Sony Alpha NEX-7. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GF8 Gallery and Sony NEX-7 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GF8 offers physical dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Sony NEX-7 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic GF8 vs Sony NEX-7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the GF8 compared to the NEX-7.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GF8 and NEX-7 is 90 and 84 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through specifications. The picture here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GF8 and NEX-7.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GF8 using its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Sony NEX-7 will provide more detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent GF8 will have an edge in sensor tech.