Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic FH7
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Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic FH7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-216mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 185g - 102 x 64 x 32mm
- Revealed February 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 19mm
- Announced September 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS22

Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic FH7 Overview
Here is a in-depth analysis of the Canon A2100 IS versus Panasonic FH7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the A2100 IS (12MP) and FH7 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The A2100 IS was unveiled 3 years prior to the FH7 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the A2100 IS matches up against the FH7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic FH7 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A2100 IS Gallery and Panasonic FH7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2100 IS over the Panasonic FH7
A2100 IS | FH7 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH7 over the Canon A2100 IS
FH7 | A2100 IS | |||
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Announced | September 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 31 months |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon A2100 IS and Panasonic FH7
A2100 IS | FH7 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic FH7 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon A2100 IS has external measurements of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH7 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check out the Canon A2100 IS versus Panasonic FH7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the A2100 IS vs the FH7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2100 IS and FH7 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic FH7 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The visual underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the A2100 IS and FH7.
Plainly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic FH7 to show extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The older A2100 IS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic FH7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2100 IS vs Panasonic FH7 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FS22 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-02-18 | 2011-09-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-216mm (6.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 185 grams (0.41 lb) | 126 grams (0.28 lb) |
Dimensions | 102 x 64 x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 95 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $220 | $149 |