Panasonic SZ3 vs Panasonic SZ7

Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic SZ3 vs Panasonic SZ7, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ3 (16MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ3 was unveiled 13 months later than the SZ7 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SZ3 grades vs the SZ7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The full galleries are available at Panasonic SZ3 Gallery & Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ3 features outside measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ7 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SZ3 compared to the SZ7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ3 and SZ7 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to see the difference between sensor sizing just by reading a spec sheet. The visual underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ3 and SZ7.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic SZ3 to offer more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images way more aggressively. The fresher SZ3 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.