Panasonic FZ1000 II vs Panasonic SZ7

In this article, we will be matching up the Panasonic FZ1000 II versus Panasonic SZ7, one being a Large Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the FZ1000 II (20MP) and SZ7 (14MP) and the FZ1000 II (1") and SZ7 (1/2.3") come with different sensor measurements.

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The FZ1000 II was introduced 7 years later than the SZ7 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ1000 II being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ7 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the FZ1000 II scores against the SZ7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ1000 II Gallery and Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ1000 II offers exterior measurements of 136mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") and a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ7 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the FZ1000 II compared to the SZ7.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ1000 II and SZ7 is 55 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching specifications. The visual underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ1000 II and SZ7.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FZ1000 II with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic FZ1000 II will provide you with extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent FZ1000 II should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.