When comparing Nikon D3300 vs Panasonic Lumix G7, the Slant community recommends Nikon D3300 for most people. In the question“What are the best cameras for YouTube video blogging under $500?” Nikon D3300 is ranked 1st while Panasonic Lumix G7 is ranked 2nd. The most important reason people chose Nikon D3300 is:
The camera has a 24.2 MP APS-C sensor that captures detailed images at any ISO. Even at ISO 12800 the images have little noise.
Specs
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Pros
Pro Detailed images
The camera has a 24.2 MP APS-C sensor that captures detailed images at any ISO. Even at ISO 12800 the images have little noise.
Pro Light body
The camera weighs just 430 grams.
Pro Long battery life
It's CIPA rated 700 shots per charge.
Pro Good video capabilities
The camera shoots detailed 1080p video at up to 60 frames per second.
Pro Can create panoramas in-camera
Pro Well-suited for serious photographers
Pro External mic jack
Pro MFT lens mount allows for a wide variety of lenses to choose from
Micro Four Thirds system is a standard used by Panasonic, Olympus, Sigma and many others so you're not locked into a having to buy lenses from one manufacturer.
Pro Shoots good quality 4K@30 video
The G7 takes footage from a crop of the sensor and includes focus peaking and zebra striping tools allowing you to get good quality video.
Cons
Con Non-articulating LCD
Camera's LCD is fixed in place making certain shots (such as ones close to the ground) a bit more difficult to monitor.
Con Can't change aperture in live mode
While shutter speed and exposure can be changed, aperture cannot.
Con Live mode has slow autofocus
Con Poor movie mode implementation
Con Can't zoom in on video in playback mode
There's no way to zoom in on the screen in playback mode to check details of the footage.
