Panasonic SZ1 vs Sony HX7V

Here is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic SZ1 and Sony HX7V, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SZ1 (16MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is relatively similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ1 was announced 6 months later than the HX7V so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SZ1 matches up vs the HX7V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic SZ1 Gallery & Sony HX7V Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic SZ1 enjoys outer dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sony HX7V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic SZ1 and Sony HX7V in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SZ1 versus the HX7V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SZ1 and HX7V is 95 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The visual below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ1 and HX7V.

Plainly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of pictures but you might want to take the launch date of the products into consideration.