Panasonic G10 vs Panasonic ZS7

On this page, we will be evaluating the Panasonic G10 versus Panasonic ZS7, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the G10 (12MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is pretty similar but the G10 (Four Thirds) and ZS7 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The G10 was manufactured 11 months prior to the ZS7 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS7 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the G10 grades vs the ZS7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic G10 Gallery & Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G10 offers physical measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") with a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS7 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic G10 versus Panasonic ZS7 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the G10 against the ZS7.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the G10 and ZS7 is 72 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading technical specs. The picture below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the G10 and ZS7.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same MP albeit not the same sensor sizes. The G10 features the bigger sensor which will make getting shallower DOF less difficult. The more aged G10 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.