Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic SZ10

Below, we will be analyzing the Nikon Z7 II and Panasonic SZ10, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and SZ10 (16MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and SZ10 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z7 II was introduced 5 years later than the SZ10 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic SZ10 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Z7 II grades against the SZ10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z7 Mark II & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 II Gallery & Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon Z7 II features outer dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ10 has specifications of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the Z7 II against the SZ10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 II and SZ10 is 61 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The photograph here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z7 II and SZ10.

To sum up, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Z7 II using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Nikon Z7 II will offer you greater detail using its extra 30 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more recent Z7 II is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.