Panasonic ZS7 vs Sony HX20V

Lets look closer at the Panasonic ZS7 versus Sony HX20V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the ZS7 (12MP) and HX20V (18MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS7 was introduced 12 months earlier than the HX20V which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the ZS7 grades versus the HX20V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS7 Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS7 provides physical measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Sony HX20V has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic ZS7 versus Sony HX20V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the ZS7 and the HX20V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS7 and HX20V is 91 and 90 respectively.

Usually, its tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading through a spec sheet. The image here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS7 and HX20V.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony HX20V to resolve greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged ZS7 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.