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
38 Overall Score
Price $745
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong display (87th percentile) 87th
- Strong evf (87th percentile) 87th
- Strong burst (83rd percentile) 83rd
- Strong connectivity (67th percentile) 67th
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 | Fujifilm X-T5 | Sony Alpha a7 IV | Nikon Z Z8 | Canon EOS R6 Mark II | OM System OM-1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 21MP micro-four-thirds | 40.2MP aps-c | 33MP full-frame | 45.7MP full-frame | 24.2MP full-frame | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | - | 425 | 759 | 493 | 1053 | 1053 |
| Burst FPS | 8 | 15 | 10 | 30 | 12 | 10 |
| Video | 4K @30fps | 6K @60fps | 4K @60fps | 8K @120fps | 4K @60fps | 4K @60fps |
| IBIS | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | - | 557 | 658 | 820 | 590 | 511 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | EVF | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 | 36 | 86.8 | 35.7 | 83.2 | 23.9 | 49.5 | 46.7 | 87.1 | 67.2 | 27.4 | 36.1 |
| Fujifilm X-T5 Compare | 90.2 | 91.3 | 94.4 | 84 | 93.2 | 99.1 | 97 | 87.1 | 90.3 | 97.7 | 95.1 |
| Sony Alpha a7 IV Compare | 96.4 | 90.7 | 96.1 | 84 | 82.7 | 66.4 | 98.1 | 98.5 | 95.4 | 93.9 | 92.6 |
| Nikon Z Z8 Compare | 92 | 91.3 | 97.8 | 96 | 99.3 | 71.1 | 91.8 | 87.1 | 95.4 | 97.7 | 88.4 |
| Canon EOS R6 Mark II Compare | 98.9 | 90.5 | 94.8 | 89.2 | 86.2 | 55.4 | 99.1 | 87.1 | 95.4 | 93.9 | 98.6 |
| OM System OM-1 Compare | 95.3 | 98 | 85.1 | 94.7 | 86.2 | 48.4 | 95.9 | 87.1 | 89.2 | 84.4 | 88.4 |
Price
Value & Pricing
From $745
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Usage Scores
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