Canon S95 vs Panasonic LX7

In this article, we will be reviewing the Canon S95 and Panasonic LX7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S95 (10MP) and the LX7 (10MP) is pretty comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/1.7").

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The S95 was released 23 months prior to the LX7 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S95 grades versus the LX7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S95 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The complete galleries are available at Canon S95 Gallery & Panasonic LX7 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon S95 has got external dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX7 has measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the S95 compared to the LX7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S95 and LX7 is 93 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S95 and LX7.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP so you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you should consider the age of the cameras into account. The older S95 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.