Panasonic ZS7 vs Sony WX500

On this page, we are comparing the Panasonic ZS7 vs Sony WX500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the ZS7 (12MP) and WX500 (18MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS7 was brought out 4 years prior to the WX500 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the ZS7 grades vs the WX500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS7 Gallery & Sony WX500 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS7 features outside measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Sony WX500 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the ZS7 compared to the WX500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS7 and WX500 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through technical specs. The image below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS7 and WX500.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony WX500 to give you greater detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged ZS7 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.