Panasonic SZ7 vs Sony W710

Its time to take a closer look at the Panasonic SZ7 and Sony W710, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SZ7 (14MP) and the W710 (16MP) is very comparable and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ7 was unveiled 12 months before the W710 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SZ7 grades against the W710 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ7 Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic SZ7 provides external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sony W710 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic SZ7 and Sony W710 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the SZ7 and the W710.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ7 and W710 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out specifications. The photograph below should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ7 and W710.

Plainly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony W710 to provide extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older SZ7 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.