Sony HX7V vs Sony WX500

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Sony HX7V versus Sony WX500, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are manufactured by Sony. The image resolution of the HX7V (16MP) and the WX500 (18MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The HX7V was introduced 4 years earlier than the WX500 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the HX7V scores vs the WX500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony HX7V Gallery & Sony WX500 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX7V features external dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Sony WX500 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the HX7V against the WX500.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the HX7V and WX500 is 92 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the HX7V and WX500.

Clearly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Sony WX500 to resolve more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images more aggressively. The older HX7V is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.