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Panasonic SZ7 vs Sony W620

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
41
Overall
38
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32

Panasonic SZ7 vs Sony W620 Key Specs

Panasonic SZ7
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 133g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
  • Launched January 2012
Sony W620
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 116g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
  • Launched January 2012
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Panasonic SZ7 vs Sony W620 Overview

Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic SZ7 and Sony W620, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the SZ7 (14MP) and the W620 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ7 was revealed at a similar time to the W620 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SZ7 scores versus the W620 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ7 over the Sony W620

 SZ7 W620 
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kCrisper screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony W620 over the Panasonic SZ7

 W620 SZ7 

Common features in the Panasonic SZ7 and Sony W620

 SZ7 W620 
LaunchedJanuary 2012January 2012Similar generation
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

Panasonic SZ7 vs Sony W620 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ7 features exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Sony W620 has dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check the Panasonic SZ7 and Sony W620 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SZ7 and the W620.

Panasonic SZ7 vs Sony W620 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ7 and W620 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic SZ7 vs Sony W620 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic SZ7 vs Sony W620 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading technical specs. The visual below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ7 and W620.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you should factor the release date of the products into consideration.

Panasonic SZ7 vs Sony W620 sensor size comparison

Panasonic SZ7 vs Sony W620 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic SZ7 vs Sony W620 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Panasonic SZ7
Portrait photography with Sony W620
33
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
supports face detection focus
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
33
decent MP (14 megapixels)
features face detection focus
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Panasonic SZ7
Street photography with Sony W620
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (133 grams)
no articulating screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
56
lighter than competition in class (116 grams)
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic SZ7 as a Sports photography camera
Sony W620 as a Sports photography camera
43
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
supports tracking autofocus
no shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
32
decent MP (14MP)
features tracking autofocus
max fps very slow (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic SZ7 Travel photography features
Sony W620 Travel photography features
70
lighter than competition in class (133g)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
flash built-in
really wide (25mm)
great zoom (250mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.1)
68
lighter than competition in class (116 grams)
decent MP (14MP)
has built in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic SZ7 Landscape photography highlights
Sony W620 Landscape photography highlights
42
really wide (25mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
no manual control
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
does not have Time Lapse mode
33
pretty wide (28mm)
decent MP (14MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Panasonic SZ7
Vlogging with Sony W620
35
really wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detection focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition in class (133 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have external mic socket
30
pretty wide (28mm)
features face detection focus
lighter than competition in class (116g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external mic support
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Panasonic SZ7 vs Sony W620 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic SZ7 and Sony W620
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620
General Information
Manufacturer Panasonic Sony
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2012-01-09 2012-01-10
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - BIONZ
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 23 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-250mm (10.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focusing range 4cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 460k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen technology TFT Color LCD Clear Photo TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 secs 2 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1600 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter rate 10.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 5.60 m 3.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4, AVCHD Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 133g (0.29 pounds) 116g (0.26 pounds)
Physical dimensions 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 220 pictures 220 pictures
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-BN
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at release $199 $102