Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic ZS7

Let's take a deeper look at the Panasonic SZ7 versus Panasonic ZS7, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ7 (14MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is fairly close and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ7 was released 6 months after the ZS7 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SZ7 scores against the ZS7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ7 Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic SZ7 has physical 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) whilst the Panasonic ZS7 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic SZ7 versus Panasonic ZS7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the SZ7 versus the ZS7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ7 and ZS7 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The pic below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ7 and ZS7.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic SZ7 to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images much more aggressively.