Panasonic G7 vs Panasonic ZS10

Here is a extensive comparison of the Panasonic G7 versus Panasonic ZS10, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are built by Panasonic. The resolution of the G7 (16MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is pretty close but the G7 (Four Thirds) and ZS10 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The G7 was revealed 4 years later than the ZS10 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a short highlight of how the G7 matches up vs the ZS10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic G7 Gallery and Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G7 comes with outer measurements of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS10 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic G7 versus Panasonic ZS10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the G7 and the ZS10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G7 and ZS10 is 71 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching specifications. The graphic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G7 and ZS10.

Plainly, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G7 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic G7 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern G7 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.