Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic SZ1

Below is a detailed comparison of the Nikon Z7 II versus Panasonic SZ1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and SZ1 (16MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and SZ1 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizes.

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The Z7 II was revealed 8 years later than the SZ1 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic SZ1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the Z7 II grades against the SZ1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z7 Mark II & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 II Gallery & Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z7 II enjoys exterior measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the Z7 II versus the SZ1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 II and SZ1 is 61 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading technical specs. The graphic here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Z7 II and SZ1.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Z7 II using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon Z7 II will offer more detail because of its extra 30 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The more recent Z7 II provides an edge in sensor technology.