Panasonic SZ1 vs Sony A7c

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic SZ1 versus Sony A7c, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SZ1 (16MP) and A7c (24MP) and the SZ1 (1/2.3") and A7c (Full frame) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SZ1 was announced 9 years earlier than the A7c and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic SZ1 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7c being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SZ1 grades versus the A7c with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 and Sony Alpha A7c. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ1 Gallery and Sony A7c Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ1 comes with physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Sony A7c has dimensions of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic SZ1 versus Sony A7c in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SZ1 compared to the A7c.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ1 and A7c is 95 and 78 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ1 and A7c.

As you have seen, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SZ1 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Sony A7c will result in more detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The older SZ1 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.