GH7vs Nikon Zf
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Video & Documentary — GH7 (2024): The GH7 is the GH series at its peak — phase-detect AF finally arrived, alongside 5.7K/60p open-gate, C4K/60p 10-bit 4:2:2, and ProRes RAW. A landmark video camera in the Micro Four Thirds format, and the most complete GH Panasonic has ever built.
Street & Travel Photography — Nikon Zf (2023): Full-frame performance in a stunning retro body — the Zf's 8-stop IBIS and gorgeous design make it uniquely compelling.
Who should buy what
GH7 (2024)
- Video professionals who want the best MFT camera ever made
- Documentary and event videographers who need reliable AF and great stabilisation
- Hybrid photographers who want high burst rates and serious video in one body
- GH5/GH6 owners ready for a major upgrade
Nikon Zf (2023)
- Photographers who want full-frame Z quality in a retro-styled body
- Street and travel photographers attracted to the classic dial aesthetic
- Zfc owners who want to step up to full-frame without losing the retro design
- Anyone who wants the best-looking full-frame mirrorless available
Quick take: The gh7 has the highest resolution at 25mp; the nikon zf is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | GH7 (2024) | Nikon Zf (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,700 | £1,699 |
| Sensor | 25.2MP Live MOS Micro Four Thirds | 24.5MP Full-frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 25.2MP | 24.5MP |
| Video | 5.7K/60p (open gate), C4K/60p 10-bit 4:2:2, ProRes RAW via HDMI | 4K/30p oversampled, FHD/120p, N-Log, 10-bit |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect + contrast-detect AF with subject recognition | Phase-detect 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis Dual I.S. 2 (body + lens) | 5-axis IBIS, 8.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 75fps (electronic), 14fps (mechanical) | 14fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~370 shots (CIPA) | ~380 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 535g (body only) | 710g with battery |
| Dimensions | 138.4 × 102.3 × 91.6mm | 144.0 × 103.0 × 49.0mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 3.68M dots, 0.76× | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.84M dots | 3.2" vari-angle touchscreen |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) |
| Memory Cards | Dual slot: CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-II slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, HDMI | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | GH7 | Nikon Zf |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Wildlife | — | |
| Sports & Action | ||
| Travel | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Street |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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