Panasonic ZS30 vs Panasonic ZS7

On this page, we will be reviewing the Panasonic ZS30 versus Panasonic ZS7, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both offered by Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the ZS30 (18MP) and ZS7 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS30 was announced 18 months later than the ZS7 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the ZS30 scores versus the ZS7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS30 Gallery & Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS30 provides exterior dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS7 has specifications 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 ZS30 versus Panasonic ZS7 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the ZS30 compared to the ZS7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS30 and ZS7 is 92 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements only by researching technical specs. The photograph here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS30 and ZS7.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Panasonic ZS30 to render more detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more modern ZS30 provides an edge in sensor tech.