Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic LX7

Below, we will be looking at the Nikon S6200 and Panasonic LX7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the S6200 (16MP) and LX7 (10MP) and the S6200 (1/2.3") and LX7 (1/1.7") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The S6200 was released 13 months earlier than the LX7 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the S6200 scores vs the LX7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S6200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S6200 Gallery and Panasonic LX7 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S6200 features exterior measurements of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX7 has specifications of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") having a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S6200 and Panasonic LX7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the S6200 against the LX7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S6200 and LX7 is 94 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The visual below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S6200 and LX7.

Plainly, both of those cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S6200 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Nikon S6200 will provide extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older S6200 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.