Panasonic ZS15 vs Pentax K-7

Let's take a more detailed look at the Panasonic ZS15 vs Pentax K-7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZS15 (12MP) and the K-7 (15MP) is fairly comparable but the ZS15 (1/2.3") and K-7 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor size.

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The ZS15 was manufactured 2 years later than the K-7 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-7 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the ZS15 matches up against the K-7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 and Pentax K-7. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS15 Gallery and Pentax K-7 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS15 enjoys outside dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-7 has dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS15 vs Pentax K-7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the ZS15 and the K-7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS15 and K-7 is 92 and 60 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing specs. The visual underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS15 and K-7.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The ZS15 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Pentax K-7 will provide extra detail due to its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The newer ZS15 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.