Panasonic ZS7 vs Sony W650

Here, we are contrasting the Panasonic ZS7 versus Sony W650, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the ZS7 (12MP) and W650 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS7 was introduced 5 months earlier than the W650 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the ZS7 matches up versus the W650 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS7 Gallery and Sony W650 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS7 has got exterior measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Sony W650 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS7 versus Sony W650 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the ZS7 versus the W650.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the ZS7 and W650 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by checking specifications. The image underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS7 and W650.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony W650 to give you more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively.