Panasonic ZS7 vs Sony S2000

Below is a detailed review of the Panasonic ZS7 and Sony S2000, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZS7 (12MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS7 was launched 19 months later than the S2000 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the ZS7 scores against the S2000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS7 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS7 has outer measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Sony S2000 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic ZS7 and Sony S2000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the ZS7 compared to the S2000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS7 and S2000 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at a spec sheet. The visual below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS7 and S2000.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS7 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The more modern ZS7 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.