Panasonic LX7 vs Panasonic ZS70

In this article, we will be analyzing the Panasonic LX7 vs Panasonic ZS70, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both produced by Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the LX7 (10MP) and ZS70 (20MP) and the LX7 (1/1.7") and ZS70 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

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The LX7 was announced 5 years prior to the ZS70 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the LX7 grades versus the ZS70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX7 Gallery & Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic LX7 has external measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS70 has specifications of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic LX7 vs Panasonic ZS70 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the LX7 and the ZS70.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LX7 and ZS70 is 86 and 87 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing technical specs. The picture here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the LX7 and ZS70.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The LX7 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic ZS70 will result in greater detail with its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged LX7 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.