Panasonic LX7 vs Samsung HZ15W

Below, we are contrasting the Panasonic LX7 versus Samsung HZ15W, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the LX7 (10MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is fairly well matched but the LX7 (1/1.7") and HZ15W (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

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The LX7 was manufactured 3 years after the HZ15W which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the LX7 matches up against the HZ15W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 and Samsung HZ15W. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic LX7 Gallery and Samsung HZ15W Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX7 has exterior measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ15W has proportions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic LX7 versus Samsung HZ15W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the LX7 versus the HZ15W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the LX7 and HZ15W is 86 and 90 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The picture underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the LX7 and HZ15W.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The LX7 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung HZ15W will give you greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent LX7 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.