Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic FS7

Let's take a deeper look at the Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic FS7, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and FS7 (10MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and FS7 (1/2.5") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The Z7 II was released 11 years later than the FS7 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FS7 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Z7 II grades vs the FS7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z7 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon Z7 II Gallery and Panasonic FS7 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon Z7 II has physical dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Panasonic FS7 has specifications of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

Examine the Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic FS7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the Z7 II compared to the FS7.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Z7 II and FS7 is 61 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing specifications. The graphic below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z7 II and FS7.

To sum up, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z7 II due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon Z7 II will offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 36 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher Z7 II provides a benefit in sensor technology.