Panasonic S3 vs Panasonic SZ7

Lets examine more closely at the Panasonic S3 vs Panasonic SZ7, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the S3 (14MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S3 was unveiled 12 months earlier than the SZ7 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the S3 matches up versus the SZ7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic S3 Gallery and Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S3 comes with outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ7 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S3 vs Panasonic SZ7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the S3 and the SZ7.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S3 and SZ7 is 96 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over specifications. The visual here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S3 and SZ7.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of files although you need to take the release date of the products into consideration. The older S3 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.