Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic SZ7

Below is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic SZ7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ100 (14MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ100 was revealed 17 months earlier than the SZ7 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ7 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the FZ100 grades versus the SZ7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery and Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ100 provides physical dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ7 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the FZ100 versus the SZ7.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ100 and SZ7 is 67 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The graphic underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ100 and SZ7.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of photos although you will need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older FZ100 is going to be behind in sensor tech.