Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic ZS7

Here is a extended review of the Panasonic S1R and Panasonic ZS7, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are built by Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and ZS7 (12MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and ZS7 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The S1R was launched 7 years later than the ZS7 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS7 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the S1R matches up vs the ZS7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1R Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic S1R enjoys physical measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS7 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic S1R and Panasonic ZS7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the S1R compared to the ZS7.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1R and ZS7 is 54 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1R and ZS7.

All in all, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S1R featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic S1R will resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 35MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a little more aggressively. The newer S1R will have an advantage in sensor innovation.