Panasonic ZS7 vs Sony HX90V

Below is a thorough assessment of the Panasonic ZS7 and Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the ZS7 (12MP) and HX90V (18MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS7 was announced 4 years prior to the HX90V and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the ZS7 matches up vs the HX90V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS7 Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS7 enjoys outer measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Sony HX90V has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check the Panasonic ZS7 and Sony HX90V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the ZS7 compared to the HX90V.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the ZS7 and HX90V is 91 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS7 and HX90V.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sony HX90V to provide more detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The older ZS7 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.