Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic ZR3

Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic SZ7 and Panasonic ZR3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ7 (14MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ7 was brought out 24 months after the ZR3 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SZ7 scores vs the ZR3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic SZ7 Gallery & Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you should factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ7 has outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Panasonic ZR3 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the SZ7 and the ZR3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ7 and ZR3 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by looking at a spec sheet. The image here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ7 and ZR3.

As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP so you can expect similar quality of photos however you should always take the age of the products into consideration. The more recent SZ7 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.