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Canon SL2 vs Panasonic LX7

The Canon EOS Rebel SL2 (called Canon 200D in some regions) and the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 are two digital cameras that were officially introduced, respectively, in June 2017 and July 2012. The SL2 is a DSLR, while the LX7 is a fixed lens compact. The cameras are based on an APS-C (SL2) and a 1/1.7-inch (LX7) sensor. The Canon has a resolution of 24 megapixels, whereas the Panasonic provides 10 MP.

Below is an overview of the main specs of the two cameras as a starting point for the comparison.

Headline Specifications
Canon SL2
versus
Panasonic LX7
Canon SL2   Panasonic LX7
Digital single lens reflex Fixed lens compact camera
Canon EF mount lenses 24-90mm f/1.4-2.3
24 MP – APS-C sensor 10 MP – 1/1.7" sensor
1080/60p Video 1080/60p Video
ISO 100-25,600 (100 - 51,200) ISO 80-6,400 (80 - 12,800)
Optical viewfinder Viewfinder optional
3.0" LCD – 1040k dots 3.0" LCD – 920k dots
Swivel touchscreen Fixed screen (not touch-sensitive)
5 shutter flaps per second 11 shutter flaps per second
650 shots per battery charge330 shots per battery charge
122 x 93 x 70 mm, 453 g 111 x 68 x 46 mm, 298 g
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Going beyond this snapshot of core features and characteristics, what are the differences between the Canon EOS Rebel SL2 and the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7? Which one should you buy? Read on to find out how these two cameras compare with respect to their body size, their imaging sensors, their shooting features, their input-output connections, and their reception by expert reviewers.

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Body comparison

The side-by-side display below illustrates the physical size and weight of the Canon SL2 and the Panasonic LX7. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three consecutive views from the front, the top, and the rear side are shown. All width, height and depth measures are rounded to the nearest millimeter.

Both cameras are available in two different colors (black, white).

Size Canon SL2 vs Panasonic LX7
Compare SL2 versus LX7 top
Comparison SL2 or LX7 rear

If the front view area (width x height) of the cameras is taken as an aggregate measure of their size, the Panasonic LX7 is considerably smaller (33 percent) than the Canon SL2. In this context, it is worth noting that neither the SL2 nor the LX7 are weather-sealed.

The above size and weight comparisons are to some extent incomplete and possibly misleading, as the LX7 has a lens built in, whereas the SL2 is an interchangeable lens camera that requires a separate lens. Attaching the latter will add extra weight and bulk to the setup. You can compare the optics available for the SL2 and their specifications in the Canon EF Lens Catalog.

Concerning battery life, the SL2 gets 650 shots out of its Canon LP-E17 battery, while the LX7 can take 330 images on a single charge of its Panasonic DMW-BCJ13 power pack.

The adjacent table lists the principal physical characteristics of the two cameras alongside a wider set of alternatives. If you would like to visualize and compare a different camera combination, you can navigate to the CAM-parator app and make your selection from a broad list of cameras there.

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Body Specifications
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Canon SL2 122 mm 93 mm 70 mm 453 g 650 i Jun 2017 US$ 549ebay.com
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Panasonic LX7 111 mm 68 mm 46 mm 298 g 330 i Jul 2012 US$ 499ebay.com
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Canon 77D 131 mm 100 mm 76 mm 540 g 600 i Feb 2017 US$ 899ebay.com
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Canon G16 109 mm 76 mm 40 mm 356 g 360 i Aug 2013 US$ 549ebay.com
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Canon M5 116 mm 89 mm 61 mm 427 g 295 i Sep 2016 US$ 979ebay.com
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Canon M6 112 mm 68 mm 45 mm 390 g 295 i Feb 2017 US$ 779ebay.com
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Canon M100 108 mm 67 mm 35 mm 302 g 295 i Aug 2017 US$ 499ebay.com
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Canon SL1 117 mm 91 mm 69 mm 407 g 380 i Mar 2013 US$ 549ebay.com
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Canon SL3 122 mm 93 mm 70 mm 449 g 1070 i Apr 2019 US$ 599 amazon.com
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Canon T6 129 mm 101 mm 78 mm 485 g 500 i Mar 2016 US$ 449ebay.com
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Canon T6s 132 mm 101 mm 78 mm 565 g 440 i Feb 2015 US$ 649ebay.com
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Canon T7 129 mm 101 mm 78 mm 475 g 500 i Feb 2018 US$ 449 amazon.com
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Canon T7i 131 mm 100 mm 76 mm 532 g 600 i Feb 2017 US$ 749ebay.com
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Fujifilm X10 117 mm 70 mm 57 mm 350 g 270 i Sep 2011 US$ 599ebay.com
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Panasonic GF3 108 mm 67 mm 32 mm 264 g 300 i Jun 2011 US$ 549ebay.com
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Panasonic GF5 108 mm 67 mm 37 mm 267 g 360 i Apr 2012 US$ 499ebay.com
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Panasonic LX5 110 mm 65 mm 43 mm 271 g 400 i Jul 2010 US$ 499ebay.com
Note: Measurements and pricing do not include easily detachable parts, such as add-on or interchangeable lenses or optional viewfinders.
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Any camera decision will naturally be influenced heavily by the price. The manufacturer’s suggested retail prices give an idea on the placement of the camera in the maker’s lineup and the broader market. The LX7 was launched at a lower price than the SL2, despite having a lens built in. Usually, retail prices stay at first close to the launch price, but after several months, discounts become available. Later in the product cycle and, in particular, when the replacement model is about to appear, further discounting and stock clearance sales often push the camera price considerably down.

Sensor comparison

The size of the imaging sensor is a crucial determinant of image quality. A large sensor will generally have larger individual pixels that offer better low-light sensitivity, provide wider dynamic range, and have richer color-depth than smaller pixels in a sensor of the same technological generation. Further, a large sensor camera will give the photographer additional creative options when using shallow depth-of-field to isolate a subject from its background. On the downside, larger sensors tend to be more expensive and lead to bigger and heavier cameras and lenses.

Of the two cameras under consideration, the Canon SL2 features an APS-C sensor and the Panasonic LX7 a 1/1.7-inch sensor. The sensor area in the LX7 is 87 percent smaller. As a result of these sensor size differences, the cameras have a format factor of, respectively, 1.6 and 4.65. The sensor in the SL2 has a native 3:2 aspect ratio, while the one in the LX7 offers a 4:3 aspect. The LX7 has the particularity of featuring a switch that allows to toggle between multiple aspect ratios, while maintaining the same field of view and full image resolution.

Canon SL2 and Panasonic LX7 sensor measures

With 24MP, the SL2 offers a higher resolution than the LX7 (10MP), but the SL2 nevertheless has larger individual pixels (pixel pitch of 3.72μm versus 2.05μm for the LX7) due to its larger sensor. Moreover, the SL2 is a much more recent model (by 4 years and 11 months) than the LX7, and its sensor will have benefitted from technological advances during this time that further enhance the light gathering capacity of its pixels.

The resolution advantage of the Canon SL2 implies greater flexibility for cropping images or the possibility to print larger pictures. The maximum print size of the SL2 for good quality output (200 dots per inch) amounts to 30 x 20 inches or 76.2 x 50.8 cm, for very good quality (250 dpi) 24 x 16 inches or 61 x 40.6 cm, and for excellent quality (300 dpi) 20 x 13.3 inches or 50.8 x 33.9 cm. The corresponding values for the Panasonic LX7 are 18.2 x 13.7 inches or 46.3 x 34.7 cm for good quality, 14.6 x 10.9 inches or 37.1 x 27.8 cm for very good quality, and 12.2 x 9.1 inches or 30.9 x 23.2 cm for excellent quality prints.

The SL2 has on-sensor phase detect pixels, which results in fast and reliable autofocus acquisition even during live view operation.

The Canon EOS Rebel SL2 has a native sensitivity range from ISO 100 to ISO 25600, which can be extended to ISO 100-51200. The corresponding ISO settings for the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 are ISO 80 to ISO 6400, with the possibility to increase the ISO range to 80-12800.

Technology-wise, both cameras are equipped with CMOS (Complementary Metal–Oxide–Semiconductor) sensors. Both cameras use a Bayer filter for capturing RGB colors on a square grid of photosensors. This arrangement is found in most digital cameras.

SL2 versus LX7 MP

Since 2007, DXO Mark has published sensor performance measurements that have been derived using a consistent methodology. This service is based on lab testing and assigns an overall score to each camera sensor, as well as ratings for dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), color depth ("DXO Portrait"), and low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports"). Of the two cameras under review, the SL2 provides substantially higher image quality than the LX7, with an overall score that is 29 points higher. This advantage is based on 2.9 bits higher color depth, 1.7 EV in additional dynamic range, and 2.8 stops in additional low light sensitivity. The following table provides an overview of the physical sensor characteristics, as well as the sensor quality measurements for a selection of comparators.

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DXO
Landscape
DXO
Sports
DXO
Overall
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Canon SL2 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p23.613.4104179
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Panasonic LX7 1/1.7 10.0 3648 27361080/60p20.711.714750
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Canon 77D APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p23.613.397178
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Canon G16 1/1.7 12.0 4000 30001080/60p21.011.723054
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Canon M5 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p23.412.4126277
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Canon M6 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p23.412.6131778
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Canon M100 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p23.512.9127278
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Canon SL1 APS-C 17.9 5184 34561080/30p21.811.384363
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Canon SL3 APS-C 24.0 6000 40004K/25p23.913.4179182
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Canon T6 APS-C 17.9 5184 34561080/30p22.011.778166
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Canon T6s APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/30p22.612.091570
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Canon T7 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/30p23.813.3168481
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Canon T7i APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p23.713.1158680
14.
 
Fujifilm X10 2/3 12.0 4000 30001080/30p20.511.324550
15.
 
Panasonic GF3 Four Thirds 12.0 4000 30001080/60i20.610.145950
16.
 
Panasonic GF5 Four Thirds 12.0 4000 30001080/60i20.510.057350
17.
 
Panasonic LX5 1/1.7 10.0 3648 2736720/60p19.610.813241
Note: DXO values in italics represent estimates based on sensor size and age.
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Many modern cameras are not only capable of taking still images, but also of capturing video footage. Both cameras under consideration are equipped with sensors that have a sufficiently high read-out speed for moving images, and both provide the same movie specifications (1080/60p).

Feature comparison

Apart from body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a range of features. For example, the SL2 has an optical viewfinder, which can be very useful when shooting in bright sunlight. In contrast, the LX7 relies on live view and the rear LCD for framing. That said, the LX7 can be equipped with an optional viewfinder – the DMW-LVF2. The table below summarizes some of the other core capabilities of the Canon SL2 and Panasonic LX7 in connection with corresponding information for a sample of similar cameras.

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Canon SL2optical i3.0 / 1040 swivel i 1/4000s 5.0/s i i
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Panasonic LX7optional i3.0 / 920 fixed i 1/4000s 11.0/s i i
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Canon 77Doptical i3.0 / 1040 swivel i 1/4000s 6.0/s i i
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Canon G16optical i3.0 / 922 fixed i 1/4000s 2.2/s i i
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Canon M52360 i3.2 / 1620 tilting i 1/4000s 9.0/s i i
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Canon M6optional i3.0 / 1040 tilting i 1/4000s 9.0/s i i
7.
 
Canon M100i i3.0 / 1040 tilting i 1/4000s 6.1/s i i
8.
 
Canon SL1optical i3.0 / 1040 fixed i 1/4000s 4.9/s i i
9.
 
Canon SL3optical i3.0 / 1040 swivel i 1/4000s 5.0/s i i
10.
 
Canon T6optical i3.0 / 920 fixed i 1/4000s 3.0/s i i
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Canon T6soptical i3.0 / 1040 swivel i 1/4000s 5.0/s i i
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Canon T7optical i3.0 / 920 fixed i 1/4000s 3.0/s i i
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Canon T7ioptical i3.0 / 1040 swivel i 1/4000s 6.0/s i i
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Fujifilm X10optical i2.8 / 460 fixed i 1/4000s 10.0/s i i
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Panasonic GF3i i3.0 / 460 fixed i 1/4000s 3.2/s i i
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Panasonic GF5i i3.0 / 920 fixed i 1/4000s 4.0/s i i
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Panasonic LX5optional i3.0 / 460 fixed i 1/4000s 2.5/s i i
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One differentiating feature between the two cameras concerns the touch sensitivity of the rear screen. The SL2 has a touchscreen, while the LX7 has a conventional panel. Touch control can be particularly helpful, for example, for setting the focus point.

The SL2 has an articulated LCD that can be turned to be front-facing. This characteristic will be appreciated by vloggers and photographers who are interested in snapping selfies. In contrast, the LX7 does not have a selfie-screen.

The Canon SL2 and the Panasonic LX7 both have an intervalometer built-in. This enables the photographer to capture time lapse sequences, such as flower blooming, a sunset or moon rise, without purchasing an external camera trigger and related software.

Concerning the storage of imaging data, both the SL2 and the LX7 write their files to SDXC cards. The SL2 supports UHS-I cards (Ultra High Speed data transfer of up to 104 MB/s), while the LX7 cannot take advantage of Ultra High Speed SD cards.

Connectivity comparison

For some imaging applications, the extent to which a camera can communicate with its environment can be an important aspect in the camera decision process. The table below provides an overview of the connectivity of the Canon EOS Rebel SL2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer.

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Input-Output Connections
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Canon SL2istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Panasonic LX7istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Canon 77Distereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Canon G16istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Canon M5istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Canon M6istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
7.
 
Canon M100istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
8.
 
Canon SL1imono / monoiimini2.0iii
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Canon SL3istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Canon T6imono / monoiimini2.0iii
11.
 
Canon T6sistereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Canon T7imono / monoiimini2.0iii
13.
 
Canon T7iistereo / monoiimini2.0iii
14.
 
Fujifilm X10istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
15.
 
Panasonic GF3istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Panasonic GF5istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
17.
 
Panasonic LX5imono / monoiimini2.0iii
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It is notable that the SL2 has a microphone port, which is missing on the LX7. Such an external microphone input can help to substantially improve the quality of audio recordings when a good external microphone is used.

Both the SL2 and the LX7 have been discontinued, but can regularly be found used on ebay. The LX7 was replaced by the Panasonic LX10, while the SL2 was followed by the Canon SL2. Further information on the features and operation of the SL2 and LX7 can be found, respectively, in the Canon SL2 Manual (free pdf) or the online Panasonic LX7 Manual.

Review summary

So what conclusions can be drawn? Is the Canon SL2 better than the Panasonic LX7 or vice versa? Below is a summary of the relative strengths of each of the two contestants.

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Reasons to prefer the Canon EOS Rebel SL2:

  • More detail: Offers more megapixels (24 vs 10MP) with a 58% higher linear resolution.
  • Better image quality: Scores substantially higher (29 points) in the DXO overall assessment.
  • Richer colors: Generates images with noticeably better colors (2.9 bits more color depth).
  • More dynamic range: Captures a larger spectrum of light and dark details (1.7 EV of extra DR).
  • Better low-light sensitivity: Requires less light for good images (2.8 stops ISO advantage).
  • Better live-view autofocus: Features on-sensor phase-detection for more confident autofocus.
  • Better sound: Can connect to an external microphone for higher quality sound recording.
  • Easier framing: Has an optical viewfinder for image composition and settings control.
  • More detailed LCD: Has a higher resolution rear screen (1040k vs 920k dots).
  • More flexible LCD: Has a swivel screen for odd-angle shots in portrait or landscape orientation.
  • Fewer buttons to press: Is equipped with a touch-sensitive rear screen to facilitate handling.
  • More selfie-friendly: Has an articulated screen that can be turned to be front-facing.
  • More flexible: Can take a variety of interchangeable lenses, including specialty optics.
  • Longer lasting: Can take more shots (650 versus 330) on a single battery charge.
  • Easier file upload: Has wifi built in for automatic backup or image transfer to the web.
  • Easier device pairing: Supports NFC for fast wireless image transfer over short distances.
  • Easier wireless transfer: Supports Bluetooth for image sharing without cables.
  • Faster buffer clearing: Has an SD card interface that supports the UHS-I standard.
  • More modern: Reflects 4 years and 11 months of technical progress since the LX7 launch.

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Advantages of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7:

  • Flexible image proportions: Has a multi-aspect sensor that allows for alternative image shapes.
  • Faster burst: Shoots at higher frequency (11 vs 5 flaps/sec) to capture the decisive moment.
  • Ready to shoot: Comes with an integrated lens, while the SL2 requires a separate lens.
  • More compact: Is smaller (111x68mm vs 122x93mm) and will fit more readily into a bag.
  • Less heavy: Has a lower weight even though it has a lens built in (unlike the SL2).
  • Sharper images: Has stabilization technology built-in to reduce the impact of hand-shake.
  • More affordable: Was introduced at a lower price, despite coming with a built-in lens.
  • More heavily discounted: Has been around for much longer (launched in July 2012).

If the count of individual advantages (bullet points above) is taken as a guide, the SL2 is the clear winner of the match-up (19 : 8 points). However, the relative importance of the various individual camera aspects will vary according to personal preferences and needs, so that you might like to apply corresponding weights to the particular features before making a decision on a new camera. A professional sports photographer will view the differences between cameras in a way that diverges from the perspective of a street photog, and a person interested in family portraits has distinct needs from a landscape shooter. Hence, the decision which camera is best and worth buying is often a very personal one.

SL2 19:08 LX7

How about other alternatives? Do the specifications of the Canon SL2 and the Panasonic LX7 place the cameras among the top in their class? Find out in the latest Best DSLR Camera and Best Travel-Zoom Camera listings whether the two cameras rank among the cream of the crop.

In any case, while the comparison of technical specifications can provide a useful overview of the capabilities of different cameras, it says little about, for example, the shooting experience and imaging performance of the SL2 and the LX7 in practical situations. User reviews that are available, for instance, at amazon can sometimes shed light on these issues, but such feedback is all too often partial, inconsistent, and inaccurate.

Expert reviews

This is why expert reviews are important. The adjacent summary-table relays the overall verdicts of several of the most popular camera review sites (amateurphotographer [AP], cameralabs [CL], digitalcameraworld [DCW], dpreview [DPR], ephotozine [EPZ], photographyblog [PB]). As can be seen, the professional reviewers agree in many cases on the quality of different cameras, but sometimes their assessments diverge, reinforcing the earlier point that a camera decision is often a very personal choice.

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Canon SL24/5+ +4/578/1004.5/54.5/5 Jun 2017 US$ 549ebay.com
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Panasonic LX73/5+ +..75/1004/54.5/5 Jul 2012 US$ 499ebay.com
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Canon 77D4.5/5..4/582/1004.5/54/5 Feb 2017 US$ 899ebay.com
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Canon G164/5+....4.5/54.5/5 Aug 2013 US$ 549ebay.com
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Canon M54/5+4/582/1004/54/5 Sep 2016 US$ 979ebay.com
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Canon M6......80/1004/54/5 Feb 2017 US$ 779ebay.com
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Canon M1003/5+....4/53.5/5 Aug 2017 US$ 499ebay.com
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Canon SL14/5+..78/1004/54/5 Mar 2013 US$ 549ebay.com
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Canon SL34/5o4.5/579/1004/54/5 Apr 2019 US$ 599 amazon.com
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Canon T64/5o4/573/1004/54/5 Mar 2016 US$ 449ebay.com
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Canon T6s5/5+..77/1004.5/54.5/5 Feb 2015 US$ 649ebay.com
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Canon T7..o3.5/5..3.5/53.5/5 Feb 2018 US$ 449 amazon.com
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Canon T7i4.5/5..3.5/580/1004.5/54/5 Feb 2017 US$ 749ebay.com
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Fujifilm X10......76/1004/54.5/5 Sep 2011 US$ 599ebay.com
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Panasonic GF33/582/100..71/1004.5/54/5 Jun 2011 US$ 549ebay.com
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Panasonic GF53/5......4.5/54.5/5 Apr 2012 US$ 499ebay.com
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Panasonic LX54/5+..73/1004.5/54.5/5 Jul 2010 US$ 499ebay.com
Note: (+ +) highly recommended; (+) recommended; (o) reviewed; (..) not available.
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The review scores listed above should be treated with care, though. The assessments were made in relation to similar cameras of the same technological generation. Thus, a score needs to be put into the context of the launch date and the launch price of the camera, and rating-comparisons among cameras that span long time periods or concern very differently equipped models make little sense. It should also be noted that some of the review sites have over time altered the way they render their verdicts.

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Specifications: Canon SL2 vs Panasonic LX7

Below is a side-by-side comparison of the specs of the two cameras to facilitate a quick review of their differences and common features.

Camera Specifications
Camera Model Canon SL2 Panasonic LX7
Camera Type Digital single lens reflex Fixed lens compact camera
Camera Lens Canon EF mount lenses 24-90mm f/1.4-2.3
Launch Date June 2017 July 2012
Launch Price USD 549 USD 499
Sensor Specs Canon SL2 Panasonic LX7
Sensor Technology CMOS CMOS
Sensor Format APS-C Sensor 1/1.7" Sensor
Sensor Size 22.3 x 14.9 mm 7.44 x 5.58 mm
Sensor Area 332.27 mm2 41.5152 mm2
Sensor Diagonal 26.8 mm 9.3 mm
Crop Factor 1.6x 4.65x
Sensor Resolution 24 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Image Resolution 6000 x 4000 pixels 3648 x 2736 pixels
Pixel Pitch 3.72 μm 2.05 μm
Pixel Density 7.22 MP/cm2 24.04 MP/cm2
Moiré control Anti-Alias filter Anti-Alias filter
Movie Capability 1080/60p Video 1080/60p Video
ISO Setting 100 - 25,600 ISO 80 - 6,400 ISO
ISO Boost 100 - 51,200 ISO 80 - 12,800 ISO
Image Processor DIGIC 7 Venus
DXO Sensor Quality (score) 79 50
DXO Color Depth (bits) 23.6 20.7
DXO Dynamic Range (EV) 13.4 11.7
DXO Low Light (ISO) 1041 147
Screen Specs Canon SL2 Panasonic LX7
Viewfinder Type Optical viewfinder Viewfinder optional
Viewfinder Field of View 95%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.54x
LCD Framing Live View Live View
Rear LCD Size 3.0inch 3.0inch
LCD Resolution 1040k dots 920k dots
LCD Attachment Swivel screen Fixed screen
Touch Input Touchscreen no Touchscreen
Shooting Specs Canon SL2 Panasonic LX7
Focus System Phase-detect AF Contrast-detect AF
Continuous Shooting 5 shutter flaps/s 11 shutter flaps/s
Time-Lapse PhotographyIntervalometer built-inIntervalometer built-in
Fill Flash Built-in Flash Built-in Flash
Storage Medium SDXC cards SDXC cards
Single or Dual Card Slots Single card slot Single card slot
UHS card support UHS-I no
Connectivity Specs Canon SL2 Panasonic LX7
External Flash Hotshoe Hotshoe
USB Connector USB 2.0 USB 2.0
HDMI Port mini HDMI mini HDMI
Microphone Port External MIC port no MIC socket
Wifi Support Wifi built-in no Wifi
Near-Field Communication NFC built-in no NFC
Bluetooth Support Bluetooth built-in no Bluetooth
Body Specs Canon SL2 Panasonic LX7
Battery Type Canon LP-E17 Panasonic DMW-BCJ13
Battery Life (CIPA)650 shots per charge330 shots per charge
Body Dimensions 122 x 93 x 70 mm
(4.8 x 3.7 x 2.8 in)
111 x 68 x 46 mm
(4.4 x 2.7 x 1.8 in)
Camera Weight 453 g (16.0 oz) 298 g (10.5 oz)
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