Panasonic ZS100 vs Panasonic ZS70

On this page, we will be evaluating the Panasonic ZS100 and Panasonic ZS70, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are created by Panasonic. The resolution of the ZS100 (20MP) and the ZS70 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the ZS100 (1") and ZS70 (1/2.3") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The ZS100 was released 15 months before the ZS70 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZS100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic ZS70 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the ZS100 matches up vs the ZS70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS100 Gallery and Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS100 features physical dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 312 grams (0.69 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS70 has specifications of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS100 and Panasonic ZS70 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the ZS100 compared to the ZS70.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS100 and ZS70 is 87 and 87 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at specs. The graphic here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS100 and ZS70.

All in all, the two cameras provide the same megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The ZS100 has got the bigger sensor which should make getting shallower depth of field easier. The older ZS100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.