Nikon P7000 vs Panasonic ZS7

Here is a extended assessment of the Nikon P7000 versus Panasonic ZS7, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the P7000 (10MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is relatively similar but the P7000 (1/1.7") and ZS7 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The P7000 was manufactured 7 months prior to the ZS7 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the P7000 grades against the ZS7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P7000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P7000 Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon P7000 enjoys outer dimensions of 114mm x 77mm x 45mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 1.8") along with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS7 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the P7000 against the ZS7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P7000 and ZS7 is 85 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading specifications. The graphic underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the P7000 and ZS7.

Plainly, each of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The P7000 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic ZS7 will offer more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The older P7000 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.