Nikon P330 vs Panasonic SZ7

In this article, we will be analyzing the Nikon P330 versus Panasonic SZ7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the P330 (12MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the P330 (1/1.7") and SZ7 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizes.

Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

The P330 was manufactured 14 months after the SZ7 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summary of how the P330 matches up vs the SZ7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P330 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P330 Gallery & Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon P330 enjoys exterior measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ7 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P330 versus Panasonic SZ7 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the P330 vs the SZ7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the P330 and SZ7 is 92 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out specifications. The image here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the P330 and SZ7.

To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The P330 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic SZ7 will produce greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent P330 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.