Canon A4000 IS vs Panasonic FH7

Lets look more closely at the Canon A4000 IS vs Panasonic FH7, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A4000 IS (16MP) and the FH7 (16MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A4000 IS was unveiled 6 months later than the FH7 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the A4000 IS matches up vs the FH7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A4000 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7. The full galleries are available at Canon A4000 IS Gallery and Panasonic FH7 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon A4000 IS provides outside dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Panasonic FH7 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the A4000 IS compared to the FH7.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the A4000 IS and FH7 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by reading a spec sheet. The visual below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A4000 IS and FH7.

As you can see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of pictures although you might want to take the release date of the products into consideration.