Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic ZS7

Let's look more in depth at the Canon A2100 IS versus Panasonic ZS7, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the A2100 IS (12MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A2100 IS was launched 3 years before the ZS7 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the A2100 IS scores against the ZS7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A2100 IS Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon A2100 IS provides outside measurements of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS7 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Contrast the Canon A2100 IS versus Panasonic ZS7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the A2100 IS versus the ZS7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2100 IS and ZS7 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through specifications. The visual below may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A2100 IS and ZS7.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos though you would want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The older A2100 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.