Canon N100 vs Panasonic SZ7

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon N100 vs Panasonic SZ7, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the N100 (12MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is pretty similar but the N100 (1/1.7") and SZ7 (1/2.3") have different sensor size.

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The N100 was brought out 2 years after the SZ7 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the N100 grades against the SZ7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot N100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The entire galleries are available at Canon N100 Gallery & Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon N100 comes with external measurements of 105mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.4") and a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ7 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the N100 and the SZ7.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the N100 and SZ7 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture below might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the N100 and SZ7.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The N100 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic SZ7 will deliver greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern N100 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.