Panasonic LS5 vs Panasonic ZS7

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Panasonic LS5 versus Panasonic ZS7, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the LS5 (14MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The LS5 was revealed within a month of the ZS7 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the LS5 matches up against the ZS7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The full galleries are available at Panasonic LS5 Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LS5 enjoys outside dimensions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS7 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic LS5 versus Panasonic ZS7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the LS5 versus the ZS7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LS5 and ZS7 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The image here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the LS5 and ZS7.

Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic LS5 to resolve extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots more aggressively.