Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 Black 2015
The 16MP Live MOS sensor and 4K/30fps video recording make this a capable hybrid for both stills and motion work, with 8fps mechanical burst adding versatility. The extensive bundle, including a 14-42mm lens, filter kit, and extended warranty, delivers strong out-of-box value for beginners. This camera suits entry-level hybrid shooters who need a single tool for product photography and occasional video without investing in separate systems.
Type mirrorless
Sensor 21MP micro-four-thirds
Burst 8 fps
Video 4K @30fps
36 Overall Score
Price CA$0
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Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong evf (88th percentile) 88th
- Strong display (87th percentile) 87th
- Strong burst (84th percentile) 84th
- Strong connectivity (70th percentile) 70th
Cons
- Below average video (24th percentile)
- Below average social proof (27th percentile)
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | Live MOS |
| Size | micro-four-thirds |
| Megapixels | 21 MP |
| Processor | Venus Engine 9 |
Shooting
| Burst (Mechanical) | 8 |
| Burst (Electronic) | 30 |
Video
| Max Resolution | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 30 |
Display & EVF
| Screen Size | 3" |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Articulating | Yes |
| EVF Resolution | 2.36 M dots |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Hot Shoe | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 | Sony a7R V | Fujifilm X-H2S | Nikon Z Z9 | OM System OM-1 | Canon EOS R R1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 21MP micro-four-thirds | 61MP full-frame | 26.2MP aps-c | 45.7MP full-frame | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds | 24.2MP full-frame |
| AF Points | - | 693 | 425 | 493 | 1053 | 4897 |
| Burst FPS | 8 | 10 | 40 | 30 | 10 | 40 |
| Video | 4K @30fps | 8K @60fps | 6K @120fps | 8K @120fps | 4K @60fps | 6K @120fps |
| IBIS | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | - | 723 | 579 | 1160 | 511 | 920 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | EVF | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 | 36.7 | 87.6 | 35.9 | 83.5 | 24.4 | 50.6 | 46.7 | 87.4 | 69.5 | 26.7 | 36.4 |
| Sony a7R V Compare | 95.6 | 99.2 | 97.3 | 79.3 | 96 | 78.5 | 94.6 | 87.4 | 95.3 | 97.8 | 98.7 |
| Fujifilm X-H2S Compare | 91.2 | 96.9 | 94.8 | 93.6 | 97.9 | 96.8 | 98.6 | 99 | 95.3 | 90.3 | 95.8 |
| Nikon Z Z9 Compare | 92.8 | 91.9 | 99.4 | 96 | 98.9 | 72 | 98.2 | 87.4 | 95.3 | 94.3 | 89.3 |
| OM System OM-1 Compare | 96.1 | 98 | 85.7 | 94.8 | 87.1 | 49.5 | 95.9 | 87.4 | 89 | 84.7 | 89.3 |
| Canon EOS R R1 Compare | 99.9 | 99.2 | 98.5 | 93.6 | 96.7 | 56.7 | 46.7 | 99.8 | 95.3 | 80.1 | 89.3 |
Usage Scores
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