Panasonic ZS7 vs Sony NEX-C3

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic ZS7 vs Sony NEX-C3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the ZS7 (12MP) and NEX-C3 (16MP) and the ZS7 (1/2.3") and NEX-C3 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizing.

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The ZS7 was released within a month of the NEX-C3 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS7 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the ZS7 scores against the NEX-C3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 and Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS7 Gallery and Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS7 enjoys exterior dimensions 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 Sony NEX-C3 has sizing of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS7 vs Sony NEX-C3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the ZS7 vs the NEX-C3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS7 and NEX-C3 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions only by viewing specifications. The pic here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS7 and NEX-C3.

To sum up, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The ZS7 because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Sony NEX-C3 will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively.