Panasonic S3 vs Panasonic ZS7

Following is a thorough assessment of the Panasonic S3 versus Panasonic ZS7, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the S3 (14MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S3 was revealed 6 months prior to the ZS7 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S3 scores versus the ZS7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic S3 Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic S3 offers physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS7 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic S3 versus Panasonic ZS7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the S3 and the ZS7.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S3 and ZS7 is 96 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The pic here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S3 and ZS7.

As you can tell, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic S3 to render greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively.