Canon S120 vs Panasonic FH7

Following is a in-depth review of the Canon S120 and Panasonic FH7, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the S120 (12MP) and FH7 (16MP) and the S120 (1/1.7") and FH7 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The S120 was unveiled 2 years after the FH7 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the S120 scores versus the FH7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S120 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7. The full galleries are provided at Canon S120 Gallery & Panasonic FH7 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Canon S120 enjoys exterior measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Panasonic FH7 has specifications 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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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the S120 versus the FH7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S120 and FH7 is 92 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizes just by checking specifications. The image underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S120 and FH7.

Plainly, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S120 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic FH7 will give you greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more recent S120 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.