Canon S95 vs Sony HX7V

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon S95 and Sony HX7V, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the S95 (10MP) and HX7V (16MP) and the S95 (1/1.7") and HX7V (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The S95 was manufactured 7 months before the HX7V and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the S95 scores versus the HX7V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot S95 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The entire galleries are provided at Canon S95 Gallery and Sony HX7V Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon S95 enjoys physical measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony HX7V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Look at the Canon S95 and Sony HX7V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the S95 and the HX7V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S95 and HX7V is 93 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S95 and HX7V.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S95 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony HX7V will offer greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics more aggressively. The older S95 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.