Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic ZS7

The following is a in depth analysis of the Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic ZS7, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 3D1 (12MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is very close and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 3D1 was unveiled 4 months after the ZS7 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the 3D1 scores versus the ZS7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The full galleries are available at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic 3D1 features outer measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS7 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the 3D1 versus the ZS7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 3D1 and ZS7 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing technical specs. The picture below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 3D1 and ZS7.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you should really factor the production date of the cameras into account.