Canon S95 vs Panasonic ZS7
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Canon S95 vs Panasonic ZS7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-105mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 195g - 100 x 58 x 30mm
- Announced November 2010
- Superseded the Canon S90
- Later Model is Canon S100
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Revealed July 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ10
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS8

Canon S95 vs Panasonic ZS7 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Canon S95 vs Panasonic ZS7, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S95 (10MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is very similar but the S95 (1/1.7") and ZS7 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

The S95 was announced 7 months before the ZS7 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S95 scores vs the ZS7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon S95 vs Panasonic ZS7 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot S95 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The whole galleries are provided at Canon S95 Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon S95 over the Panasonic ZS7
S95 | ZS7 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS7 over the Canon S95
ZS7 | S95 | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | ![]() | November 2010 | Fresher by 7 months |
Common features in the Canon S95 and Panasonic ZS7
S95 | ZS7 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Canon S95 vs Panasonic ZS7 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon S95 has got external measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS7 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Compare the Canon S95 vs Panasonic ZS7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the S95 compared to the ZS7.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S95 and ZS7 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Canon S95 vs Panasonic ZS7 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S95 and ZS7.
As you can see, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S95 with its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic ZS7 will offer you extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older S95 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Canon S95 vs Panasonic ZS7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon S95 vs Panasonic ZS7 Specifications
Canon PowerShot S95 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot S95 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-TZ10 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-11-23 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-105mm (3.8x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.50 m | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/500s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 195 grams (0.43 lb) | 218 grams (0.48 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 58 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 47 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 153 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | - | One |
Cost at release | $495 | $350 |