Panasonic ZS7 vs Sony TF1

Here is a thorough analysis of the Panasonic ZS7 vs Sony TF1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the ZS7 (12MP) and TF1 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS7 was revealed 23 months before the TF1 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the ZS7 grades vs the TF1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS7 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS7 has outer measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has dimensions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the ZS7 versus the TF1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS7 and TF1 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS7 and TF1.

Plainly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony TF1 to produce extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older ZS7 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.