Canon N vs Panasonic LX7

Let's take a deeper look at the Canon N versus Panasonic LX7, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the N (12MP) and the LX7 (10MP) is fairly similar but the N (1/2.3") and LX7 (1/1.7") posses totally different sensor size.

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The N was announced 3 months later than the LX7 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the N matches up against the LX7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot N and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The whole galleries are provided at Canon N Gallery and Panasonic LX7 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon N offers external measurements of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Panasonic LX7 has dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the N and the LX7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the N and LX7 is 93 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The visual below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the N and LX7.

To sum up, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The N using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Canon N will offer you greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos more aggressively.