Panasonic ZS10 vs Sony HX7V

On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic ZS10 and Sony HX7V, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZS10 (14MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS10 was manufactured 5 months before the HX7V so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the ZS10 scores vs the HX7V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS10 Gallery and Sony HX7V Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS10 has got external measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Sony HX7V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS10 and Sony HX7V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the ZS10 and the HX7V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS10 and HX7V is 91 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions just by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS10 and HX7V.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony HX7V to give extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.