Olympus SP-820UZ vs Sony HX7V

Here is a complete review of the Olympus SP-820UZ versus Sony HX7V, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SP-820UZ (14MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is relatively close and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-820UZ was released 14 months later than the HX7V which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the SP-820UZ matches up against the HX7V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery & Sony HX7V Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-820UZ provides physical dimensions of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) whilst the Sony HX7V has proportions 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 Olympus SP-820UZ versus Sony HX7V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the SP-820UZ versus the HX7V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SP-820UZ and HX7V is 69 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching technical specs. The visual here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-820UZ and HX7V.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony HX7V to render extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more recent SP-820UZ should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.