Panasonic LX7 vs Sony TF1

In this article, we will be matching up the Panasonic LX7 versus Sony TF1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the LX7 (10MP) and TF1 (16MP) and the LX7 (1/1.7") and TF1 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The LX7 was brought out 8 months prior to the TF1 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the LX7 matches up vs the TF1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic LX7 Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX7 enjoys external measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") having a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has proportions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic LX7 versus Sony TF1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the LX7 and the TF1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LX7 and TF1 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The visual here may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the LX7 and TF1.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The LX7 because of its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Sony TF1 will produce more detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The older LX7 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.