Panasonic FH7 vs Panasonic ZS30

Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic FH7 and Panasonic ZS30, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH7 (16MP) and the ZS30 (18MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH7 was brought out 16 months before the ZS30 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FH7 grades vs the ZS30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH7 Gallery & Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FH7 features physical dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS30 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the FH7 and the ZS30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH7 and ZS30 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over specifications. The photograph below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH7 and ZS30.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic ZS30 to offer you extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older FH7 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.