Canon S200 vs Panasonic LX7

Here, we are looking at the Canon S200 versus Panasonic LX7, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S200 (10MP) and the LX7 (10MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/1.7").

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The S200 was revealed 17 months after the LX7 making them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S200 grades vs the LX7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot S200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The full galleries are available at Canon S200 Gallery and Panasonic LX7 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon S200 comes with outside dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX7 has sizing of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") having a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Analyze the Canon S200 versus Panasonic LX7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the S200 versus the LX7.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S200 and LX7 is 93 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specifications. The pic here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S200 and LX7.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs although you should always factor the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher S200 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.