Panasonic LUMIX G7
Score: 75/100
Canon EOS RP
Score: 82/100Rankings
The Canon EOS RP delivers a lightweight full-frame experience with a 26.2 MP sensor, robust Dual Pixel AF and weather sealing, making it a strong choice for travel and portrait work. Video is limited by a cropped 4K mode and lack of in-body stabilization, but the camera's ergonomics and touchscreen are appealing for creators.
The Panasonic Lumix G7 offers a 16 MP Micro Four Thirds sensor, 4K video up to 30p, and versatile creative features like 4K Photo and Post Focus, packaged in a compact DSLR-style body. It's well suited for hobbyists and vloggers seeking affordable 4K, though its plastic build and limited burst speed keep it from professional sport use.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
16 MP | 26.2 MPbest | |
350 shotsbest | 210 shots | |
25,600 ISO | 102,400 ISObest | |
| ↓ lower better | 364 gbest | 485 g |
49 points | 4,779 pointsbest | |
30 fpsbest | 24 fps | |
2,360,000 dotsbest | 2,360,000 dotsbest | |
3 inchesbest | 3 inchesbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Sensor & Image(3) | ||
Effective Megapixels (MP) | 16.0 MP | 26.2 MP |
Sensor Size | Micro Four Thirds (17.3x13.0 mm) | Full-frame |
Maximum ISO (ISO) | 25600 ISO | 102400 ISO |
Autofocus(2) | ||
Autofocus Points (points) | 49 points | 4779 points |
Autofocus System | Contrast-detection with DFD | Dual Pixel CMOS AF |
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Battery Life (CIPA) (shots) | 350 shots | 210 shots |
Weight (g) | 364 g | 485 g |
Video(1) | ||
4K Frame Rate (fps) | 30 fps | 24 fps |
Storage(1) | ||
Memory Card Slot Type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) | SD (UHS-II) |
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Professional reviewers commend the G7 for delivering cinema-grade 4K video, innovative still-from-video features, and a high-resolution EVF, all wrapped in a user-friendly, DSLR-like interface, but criticize its plastic construction, lack of headphone monitoring, and slower continuous-AF burst compared to dedicated sports cameras.
Everyday users appreciate the camera's affordable 4K capabilities, Wi-Fi convenience, and versatile touchscreen, often highlighting its value for vloggers and hobbyists, while recurring complaints focus on the cheap-feel body, missing headphone jack, and limited burst speed for fast subjects.
Professional reviewers praise the EOS RP for its compact, weather-sealed build and excellent still-image quality, while noting its limited video capabilities and cropped 4K recording.
Everyday users love the portability, natural color rendering and touchscreen, but repeatedly mention short battery life and the disappointing 4K crop.
“Great 4K video for the price, and the articulating screen is a lifesaver”
“I wish it had a headphone jack, but otherwise it works fine for my YouTube channel”
“The plastic feel is a bit off, but the EVF is crystal clear”
