Panasonic LX7 vs Panasonic SZ8

Here is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic LX7 versus Panasonic SZ8, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the LX7 (10MP) and SZ8 (16MP) and the LX7 (1/1.7") and SZ8 (1/2.3") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The LX7 was unveiled 14 months prior to the SZ8 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the LX7 matches up versus the SZ8 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic LX7 Gallery and Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic LX7 enjoys outer dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") along with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ8 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic LX7 versus Panasonic SZ8 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the LX7 against the SZ8.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LX7 and SZ8 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The photograph here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the LX7 and SZ8.

All in all, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The LX7 having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic SZ8 will give you greater detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The older LX7 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.