Panasonic ZS7 vs Samsung HZ50W

Its time to look closer at the Panasonic ZS7 vs Samsung HZ50W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ZS7 (12MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS7 was revealed 15 months after the HZ50W which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZS7 being a Compact camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the ZS7 scores versus the HZ50W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 & Samsung HZ50W. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS7 Gallery & Samsung HZ50W Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS7 features exterior measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Samsung HZ50W has proportions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the ZS7 against the HZ50W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS7 and HZ50W is 91 and 70 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by going through technical specs. The image underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS7 and HZ50W.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Samsung HZ50W to produce more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer ZS7 will have a benefit in sensor technology.