Panasonic ZS15 vs Sony HX7V

Lets look a bit more closely at the Panasonic ZS15 vs Sony HX7V, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the ZS15 (12MP) and HX7V (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS15 was brought out 12 months later than the HX7V so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the ZS15 scores vs the HX7V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS15 Gallery and Sony HX7V Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS15 features outside dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Sony HX7V has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the ZS15 and the HX7V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS15 and HX7V is 92 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS15 and HX7V.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony HX7V to offer you greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher ZS15 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.