Panasonic SZ7 vs Sony WX5

On this page, we will be reviewing the Panasonic SZ7 and Sony WX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the SZ7 (14MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ7 was introduced 19 months after the WX5 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SZ7 matches up against the WX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ7 Gallery & Sony WX5 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ7 has got outer 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 WX5 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ7 against the WX5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SZ7 and WX5 is 95 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through specs. The pic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ7 and WX5.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic SZ7 to provide you with more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer SZ7 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.