Fujifilm X70 vs Panasonic ZS7

Lets examine more in depth at the Fujifilm X70 versus Panasonic ZS7, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X70 (16MP) and ZS7 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X70 (APS-C) and ZS7 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X70 was unveiled 4 years later than the ZS7 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm X70 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic ZS7 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm X70 scores versus the ZS7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X70 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X70 Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X70 enjoys outer measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 340 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS7 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X70 versus Panasonic ZS7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X70 versus the ZS7.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X70 and ZS7 is 86 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X70 and ZS7.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X70 with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X70 will provide you with extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X70 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.