Panasonic G3 vs Panasonic ZS7

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Panasonic G3 versus Panasonic ZS7, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both built by Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the G3 (16MP) and ZS7 (12MP) and the G3 (Four Thirds) and ZS7 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The G3 was revealed within a month of the ZS7 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS7 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the G3 matches up versus the ZS7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic G3 Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G3 comes with physical measurements of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS7 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

See the Panasonic G3 versus Panasonic ZS7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the G3 against the ZS7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G3 and ZS7 is 83 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The graphic underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G3 and ZS7.

Plainly, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G3 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic G3 will offer you greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures far more aggressively.