Panasonic SZ10 vs Sony HX7V

On this page, we are analyzing the Panasonic SZ10 and Sony HX7V, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the SZ10 (16MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ10 was released 3 years later than the HX7V and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SZ10 scores versus the HX7V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic SZ10 Gallery & Sony HX7V Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic SZ10 features exterior measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony HX7V has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the SZ10 versus the HX7V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ10 and HX7V is 93 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The photograph here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ10 and HX7V.

All in all, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you would want to take the age of the cameras into account. The fresher SZ10 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.