Canon SX160 IS vs Panasonic FH7

On this page, we are matching up the Canon SX160 IS and Panasonic FH7, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the FH7 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was manufactured 22 months after the FH7 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SX160 IS matches up vs the FH7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX160 IS Gallery and Panasonic FH7 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX160 IS comes with external dimensions of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") with a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH7 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX160 IS and Panasonic FH7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SX160 IS versus the FH7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX160 IS and FH7 is 86 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The image here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX160 IS and FH7.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you really should consider the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher SX160 IS provides a benefit in sensor technology.