Panasonic ZS7 vs Sony HX9V

Following is a detailed overview of the Panasonic ZS7 versus Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the ZS7 (12MP) and HX9V (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS7 was released at a similar time to the HX9V which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the ZS7 matches up vs the HX9V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZS7 Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS7 has got outside dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Sony HX9V has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

See the Panasonic ZS7 versus Sony HX9V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the ZS7 compared to the HX9V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS7 and HX9V is 91 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The picture here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS7 and HX9V.

To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony HX9V to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.