Panasonic ZS7 vs Sigma fp L

Here, we will be matching up the Panasonic ZS7 and Sigma fp L, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sigma. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the ZS7 (12MP) and fp L (61MP) and the ZS7 (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) provide totally different sensor size.

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The ZS7 was brought out 10 years earlier than the fp L which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS7 being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the ZS7 grades against the fp L in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 and Sigma fp L. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS7 Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS7 enjoys outside measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Sigma fp L has sizing of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

See the Panasonic ZS7 and Sigma fp L in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the ZS7 versus the fp L.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ZS7 and fp L is 91 and 83 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specifications. The image below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS7 and fp L.

To sum up, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The ZS7 featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Sigma fp L will give you greater detail having its extra 49MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged ZS7 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.