Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic ZS7

In this article, we will be analyzing the Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic ZS7, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and ZS7 (12MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and ZS7 (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.

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The Z7 II was introduced 9 years after the ZS7 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS7 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Z7 II grades against the ZS7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z7 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 II Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon Z7 II enjoys external 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) and the Panasonic ZS7 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Check out the Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic ZS7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Z7 II vs the ZS7.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 II and ZS7 is 61 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through specifications. The pic below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z7 II and ZS7.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Z7 II using its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon Z7 II will result in more detail using its extra 34 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher Z7 II should have a benefit in sensor tech.