Nikon L810 vs Sony HX7V

Following is a thorough assessment of the Nikon L810 vs Sony HX7V, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the L810 (16MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L810 was revealed 7 months after the HX7V which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the L810 scores versus the HX7V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L810 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L810 Gallery and Sony HX7V Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Nikon L810 provides outside dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") having a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) whilst the Sony HX7V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Look at the Nikon L810 vs Sony HX7V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the L810 compared to the HX7V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L810 and HX7V is 74 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by going through specifications. The picture here might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L810 and HX7V.

To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos although you will need to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher L810 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.