Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic ZS7

Here is a in depth overview of the Panasonic FZ28 versus Panasonic ZS7, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both created by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ28 (10MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FZ28 was released 3 years earlier than the ZS7 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the FZ28 matches up against the ZS7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FZ28 Gallery & Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ28 has physical dimensions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS7 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FZ28 versus Panasonic ZS7 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the FZ28 against the ZS7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FZ28 and ZS7 is 72 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The graphic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ28 and ZS7.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic ZS7 to render greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older FZ28 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.