Panasonic SZ7 vs Sony WX30

Lets take a closer look at the Panasonic SZ7 and Sony WX30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SZ7 (14MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ7 was announced 6 months later than the WX30 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SZ7 grades vs the WX30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic SZ7 Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ7 has got outer measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sony WX30 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic SZ7 and Sony WX30 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SZ7 and the WX30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ7 and WX30 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specifications. The visual underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ7 and WX30.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony WX30 to deliver greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively.