Canon SL3 vs Panasonic FS7

Here is a extended review of the Canon SL3 versus Panasonic FS7, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the SL3 (24MP) and FS7 (10MP) and the SL3 (APS-C) and FS7 (1/2.5") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The SL3 was revealed 10 years later than the FS7 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SL3 being a Compact SLR camera and the Panasonic FS7 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SL3 matches up vs the FS7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS Rebel SL3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SL3 Gallery and Panasonic FS7 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SL3 offers exterior measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 449 grams (0.99 lbs) while the Panasonic FS7 has sizing of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

Examine the Canon SL3 versus Panasonic FS7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SL3 compared to the FS7.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SL3 and FS7 is 71 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over technical specs. The photograph here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SL3 and FS7.

As you can tell, both the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SL3 using its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon SL3 will offer you extra detail because of its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The fresher SL3 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.