Canon A495 vs Panasonic LX7

Here is a in depth overview of the Canon A495 and Panasonic LX7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A495 (10MP) and the LX7 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the A495 (1/2.3") and LX7 (1/1.7") offer totally different sensor size.

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The A495 was announced 3 years prior to the LX7 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the A495 scores against the LX7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A495 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A495 Gallery & Panasonic LX7 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon A495 features exterior dimensions of 94mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX7 has proportions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") having a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A495 and Panasonic LX7 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the A495 compared to the LX7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the A495 and LX7 is 93 and 86 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out specs. The visual below should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A495 and LX7.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with the identical resolution albeit not the same sensor sizing. The A495 provides the smaller sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging. The older A495 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.