Panasonic FS42 vs Panasonic ZS7
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Panasonic FS42 vs Panasonic ZS7 Key Specs
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- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1000 (Boost to 6400)
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 132g - 98 x 55 x 22mm
- Announced April 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ10
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS8
Panasonic FS42 vs Panasonic ZS7 Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FS42 versus Panasonic ZS7, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FS42 (10MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is pretty close but the FS42 (1/2.5") and ZS7 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FS42 was released 3 years earlier than the ZS7 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FS42 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS7 being a Compact camera.
Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FS42 grades versus the ZS7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FS42 vs Panasonic ZS7 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FS42 Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS42 over the Panasonic ZS7
FS42 | ZS7 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS7 over the Panasonic FS42
ZS7 | FS42 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | April 2009 | Newer by 27 months | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FS42 and Panasonic ZS7
FS42 | ZS7 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FS42 vs Panasonic ZS7 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS42 enjoys external dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS7 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FS42 versus Panasonic ZS7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the FS42 vs the ZS7.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the FS42 and ZS7 is 95 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic FS42 vs Panasonic ZS7 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching specs. The image here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FS42 and ZS7.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FS42 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Panasonic ZS7 will render extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FS42 will be behind in sensor tech.
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Panasonic FS42 vs Panasonic ZS7 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ10 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-04-17 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1000 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 33-132mm (4.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 6.3 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.30 m | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 132 grams (0.29 pounds) | 218 grams (0.48 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 55 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $580 | $350 |