Panasonic SZ8 vs Sony HX7V

The following is a complete overview of the Panasonic SZ8 vs Sony HX7V, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the SZ8 (16MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ8 was released 2 years after the HX7V which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SZ8 grades versus the HX7V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic SZ8 Gallery & Sony HX7V Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ8 provides outer measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony HX7V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic SZ8 vs Sony HX7V in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SZ8 and the HX7V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ8 and HX7V is 94 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by going over specifications. The pic here may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ8 and HX7V.

Plainly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs though you may want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The more modern SZ8 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.