Panasonic ZS7 vs Sony A7R III

Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic ZS7 versus Sony A7R III, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the ZS7 (12MP) and A7R III (42MP) and the ZS7 (1/2.3") and A7R III (Full frame) enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The ZS7 was unveiled 7 years earlier than the A7R III which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS7 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summation of how the ZS7 grades vs the A7R III with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 and Sony Alpha A7R III. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS7 Gallery and Sony A7R III Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS7 has got outside measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Sony A7R III has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") having a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).

Check the Panasonic ZS7 versus Sony A7R III in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the ZS7 versus the A7R III.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS7 and A7R III is 91 and 63 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over a spec sheet. The pic below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS7 and A7R III.

Clearly, both of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The ZS7 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony A7R III will offer you extra detail having an extra 30 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged ZS7 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.