Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic ZS15

Here, we will be looking at the Panasonic SZ7 versus Panasonic ZS15, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ7 (14MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ7 was launched 5 months prior to the ZS15 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the SZ7 matches up against the ZS15 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ7 Gallery & Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic SZ7 has external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS15 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SZ7 against the ZS15.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ7 and ZS15 is 95 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ7 and ZS15.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic SZ7 to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively.