The Panasonic Lumix G7 is an old generation of Panasonic. Even the price of this camera is far cheaper than the initial price of launching. This camera is a mirroless with a shape almost like a DSLR. However, this camera is smaller than a DSLR. This time we will discuss the features possessed by the Panasonic Lumix G7.
Even though the old camera, but many features and abilities can still be compared with the latest camera, because of the more mature technology lately. So Lumix’s unique features like post focus, 4K photo, DFD auto focus up to 4K video are also available.
In addition, the Panasonic Lumix G7 in support of an articulated LCD screen (can be folded sideways and can be rotated) adds freedom to the angle of either taking pictures or recording videos, and of course it has a touch screen.
The Panasonic Lumix G7 is targeting the middle segment. Besides fans recording videos are also the target of this camera. The following specifications are Panasonic Lumix G7.
Panasonic Lumix G7 Body
The thing that we will discuss first is the Panasonic Lumix G7 Body. The Panasonic Lumix G7 also still comes with a body that looks like a DSLR camera. At the rear there is a 3-inch flexible screen that can be rotated and an electronic viewfinder.
The body which is made of magnesium alloy does appear bigger and heavier than the GX1. But this is not a problem because the GX7 is now equipped with a large hand grip that makes it very comfortable when held. In addition, you can still find an internal flash and a hot shoe to use additional flash.
There are complete controls such as two wheel dial, wheel drive mode, focus mode lever and many Fn buttons for customization. There is a clear 2.3 million dot OLED viewfinder, then there is a built-in flash and a flash holder for mounting triggers and external flash.
The 3-inch 1 million dot LCD screen on this camera can be swiveled, and can be folded inward to protect the screen when stored. The battery at the bottom is juxtaposed with an SD card slot, both in one door. This camera has provided mic input to install an external mic, suitable for more serious video recordings.
Buttons
What has changed from the Panasonic Lumix GX7 is the navigation buttons that now come with plastic material. Although the material it uses is not as solid as the GX1 navigation button that uses metal material, although the layout of all the buttons is very good and easy to use thanks to its size which is quite large and comfortable when pressed.
Accompanying the buttons on the back is available a 3-inch touch screen that has a very good response to finger touch and is useful when you use Touch Autofocus mode, choose a menu or just process photos directly on the camera.
The Panasonic Lumix GX7 also has 5 physical buttons that can be customized, called the Fn button. Usually Fn1 for exposure compensation, Fn2 for the Quick menu, Fn3-4-5 is free to set ourselves. If you are not satisfied, you can add Fn6 to Fn9 but in the form of a soft button or touching the screen alias.
Beginners who feel confused by the many controls on this camera can choose Auto mode (iA) or Scene mode, also available creative effects such as digital filters such as old days, pop photos, monochrome and others.
Features
The most prominent feature of the Panasonic Lumix GX7 is the communication feature. Communication features are Wi-Fi and NFC. The Panasonic Lumix GX7 is very easy to use. After installing the Panasonic Image App application on an Android phone. With the Wi-Fi feature, you can also use a smartphone as a remote to control this camera remotely.
For creative features, the Panasonic Lumix GX7 provides 22 filter effect options to choose from. There is also a Creative Panorama option that allows you to create panoramic photos with the support of 18 filter effect options that can be directly applied to your panoramic photos.
Simple photo processing options are also present here, as well as Time Lapse and Stop Motion Animation features to make Time Lapse photos and Stop Motion videos easier. In addition, there are features that are quite practical and useful, namely Silent Mode. This feature can turn off the electronic shutter sound and flash so you can take photos secretly.
Read too about Panasonic Lumix GF10: Mirroless Camera has a Size like a Pocket Camera
Image Quality
The performance of the Panasonic Lumix GX7 at high ISO settings was also better than the GX1. This camera is still capable of producing sharp and good photos with minimal noise levels at ISO 3200 settings. Above ISO 3200, photo details (JPEG) begin to disappear but are still good enough to display on a small screen.
To take pictures of fast actions. Panasonic Lumix GX7 provides 3 Continuous Shoot options, namely Super High, High, Medium and Low that can be adjusted to the shooting conditions.
Panasonic Lumix GX7 has a futuristic design. The Panasonic Lumix GX7 also has an appeal for its fast performance and amazing picture results. The Panasonic LumiX GX7 is a significant jump compared to the previous generation of mirrorless cameras.
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