Leica C vs Panasonic ZS7

Lets examine more closely at the Leica C vs Panasonic ZS7, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Leica and Panasonic. The image resolution of the C (12MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is relatively similar but the C (1/1.7") and ZS7 (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.

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The C was unveiled 2 years after the ZS7 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the C scores against the ZS7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica C and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The full galleries are available at Leica C Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Leica C has got physical measurements of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS7 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Examine the Leica C vs Panasonic ZS7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the C versus the ZS7.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the C and ZS7 is 92 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes only by reviewing a spec sheet. The image underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the C and ZS7.

Clearly, each of these cameras have got the exact same megapixel count albeit different sensor sizes. The C features the bigger sensor which will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult. The more recent C provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.