Panasonic SZ7 vs Sony W610

Below is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic SZ7 versus Sony W610, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the SZ7 (14MP) and the W610 (14MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ7 was manufactured very close to the W610 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SZ7 matches up against the W610 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ7 Gallery & Sony W610 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic SZ7 has exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sony W610 has sizing of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the SZ7 and the W610.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SZ7 and W610 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Often, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching specs. The graphic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ7 and W610.

All in all, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photos however you should take the launch date of the cameras into account.