Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic ZS7
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic ZS7 Key Specs
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
- Launched November 2011
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Launched July 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ10
- Renewed by Panasonic ZS8
Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic ZS7 Overview
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").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe 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.
Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic ZS7 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Panasonic ZS7
3D1 | ZS7 | |||
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Display dimension | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS7 over the Panasonic 3D1
ZS7 | 3D1 |
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Common features in the Panasonic 3D1 and Panasonic ZS7
3D1 | ZS7 | |||
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Launched | November 2011 | July 2011 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic ZS7 Physical Comparison
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).
See the Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic ZS7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic ZS7 Sensor Comparison
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.
Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic ZS7 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic ZS7 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ10 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-11-07 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.5" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 193 gr (0.43 lbs) | 218 gr (0.48 lbs) |
Dimensions | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $670 | $350 |