Panasonic XS1 vs Panasonic ZS7
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Panasonic XS1 vs Panasonic ZS7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Introduced July 2011
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ10
- Newer Model is Panasonic ZS8
Panasonic XS1 vs Panasonic ZS7 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Panasonic XS1 versus Panasonic ZS7, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the XS1 (16MP) and ZS7 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe XS1 was revealed 18 months later than the ZS7 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the XS1 grades vs the ZS7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic XS1 vs Panasonic ZS7 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic XS1 Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Panasonic ZS7
XS1 | ZS7 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | July 2011 | Fresher by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS7 over the Panasonic XS1
ZS7 | XS1 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic XS1 and Panasonic ZS7
XS1 | ZS7 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Panasonic XS1 vs Panasonic ZS7 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic XS1 provides physical measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") along with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS7 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic XS1 versus Panasonic ZS7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the XS1 compared to the ZS7.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XS1 and ZS7 is 97 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic XS1 vs Panasonic ZS7 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the XS1 and ZS7.
To sum up, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic XS1 to resolve extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The fresher XS1 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic XS1 vs Panasonic ZS7 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ10 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 103 grams (0.23 pounds) | 218 grams (0.48 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $130 | $350 |