Panasonic XS1 vs Panasonic ZS7

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").

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.