Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic ZS30

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Panasonic SZ7 and Panasonic ZS30, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the SZ7 (14MP) and ZS30 (18MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ7 was launched 12 months prior to the ZS30 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SZ7 grades versus the ZS30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ7 Gallery and Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ7 provides exterior dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS30 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SZ7 and the ZS30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ7 and ZS30 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes just by going through technical specs. The pic here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ7 and ZS30.

As you can tell, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS30 to show extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged SZ7 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.