Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic ZR3

Here, we will be matching up the Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic ZR3, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the FS7 (10MP) and ZR3 (14MP) and the FS7 (1/2.5") and ZR3 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizes.

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The FS7 was introduced 12 months earlier than the ZR3 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZR3 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the FS7 scores against the ZR3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FS7 Gallery and Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS7 features exterior measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZR3 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic ZR3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the FS7 compared to the ZR3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FS7 and ZR3 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through a spec sheet. The pic below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FS7 and ZR3.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FS7 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic ZR3 will result in more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged FS7 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.