Nikon L810 vs Panasonic SZ7

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Nikon L810 versus Panasonic SZ7, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the L810 (16MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L810 was brought out within a month of the SZ7 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the L810 grades versus the SZ7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L810 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon L810 Gallery & Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon L810 features physical measurements of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") and a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ7 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the L810 versus the SZ7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L810 and SZ7 is 74 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic below should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the L810 and SZ7.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon L810 to give greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively.