Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic ZS50

Here, we are contrasting the Panasonic SZ7 and Panasonic ZS50, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ7 (14MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ7 was announced 4 years prior to the ZS50 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SZ7 scores against the ZS50 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ7 Gallery & Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic SZ7 comes with external 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) while the Panasonic ZS50 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SZ7 and the ZS50.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ7 and ZS50 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing specifications. The photograph here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ7 and ZS50.

Plainly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic SZ7 to render more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older SZ7 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.