Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic LX7

Here, we are comparing the Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic LX7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the SX700 HS (16MP) and LX7 (10MP) and the SX700 HS (1/2.3") and LX7 (1/1.7") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX700 HS was brought out 17 months later than the LX7 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX700 HS matches up vs the LX7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX700 HS Gallery and Panasonic LX7 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX700 HS has got external dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX7 has sizing of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic LX7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the SX700 HS versus the LX7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX700 HS and LX7 is 89 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements just by reading through a spec sheet. The visual underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX700 HS and LX7.

As you can see, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SX700 HS featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Canon SX700 HS will give you more detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher SX700 HS is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.