Panasonic TS2 vs Panasonic ZS7

Here is a in depth overview of the Panasonic TS2 and Panasonic ZS7, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TS2 (14MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The TS2 was announced 17 months earlier than the ZS7 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the TS2 grades versus the ZS7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS2 Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS2 enjoys outside measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS7 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic TS2 and Panasonic ZS7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the TS2 compared to the ZS7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS2 and ZS7 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The graphic here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TS2 and ZS7.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic TS2 to provide more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older TS2 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.