Canon N vs Panasonic FH7
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Canon N vs Panasonic FH7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 195g - 79 x 60 x 29mm
- Revealed January 2013
(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
- Launched September 2011
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FS22

Canon N vs Panasonic FH7 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Canon N versus Panasonic FH7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the N (12MP) and FH7 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The N was revealed 17 months later than the FH7 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the N matches up versus the FH7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon N vs Panasonic FH7 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot N & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7. The full galleries are available at Canon N Gallery & Panasonic FH7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon N over the Panasonic FH7
N | FH7 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | September 2011 | Fresher by 17 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH7 over the Canon N
FH7 | N | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon N and Panasonic FH7
N | FH7 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon N vs Panasonic FH7 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Canon N has external dimensions of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH7 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon N versus Panasonic FH7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the N against the FH7.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the N and FH7 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Canon N vs Panasonic FH7 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the N and FH7.
Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic FH7 to provide more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The fresher N provides an edge in sensor technology.

Canon N vs Panasonic FH7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon N vs Panasonic FH7 Specifications
Canon PowerShot N | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot N | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FS22 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-01-07 | 2011-09-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 5 | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 2248 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.8 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II G touch | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 ( 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 195 grams (0.43 pounds) | 126 grams (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 79 x 60 x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 95 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 images | 260 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-9L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $299 | $149 |