Panasonic FZ200 vs Panasonic ZS7

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Panasonic FZ200 and Panasonic ZS7, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are built by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ200 (12MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is very similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ200 was unveiled 13 months after the ZS7 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS7 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the FZ200 grades vs the ZS7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ200 Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ200 offers external dimensions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") having a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS7 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the FZ200 against the ZS7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ200 and ZS7 is 65 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by reviewing a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ200 and ZS7.

As you can see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of images although you will need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent FZ200 provides an advantage in sensor technology.