Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic ZS35

On this page, we will be reviewing the Panasonic SZ7 versus Panasonic ZS35, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ7 (14MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ7 was unveiled 24 months prior to the ZS35 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SZ7 scores against the ZS35 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The full galleries are available at Panasonic SZ7 Gallery & Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic SZ7 has got outer 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) whilst the Panasonic ZS35 has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ7 and the ZS35.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ7 and ZS35 is 95 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out technical specs. The visual here might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ7 and ZS35.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic ZS35 to provide extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older SZ7 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.