FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic FH7
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic FH7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-165mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Launched January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix AX355
(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
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FS22

FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic FH7 Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic FH7, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the AX350 (16MP) and the FH7 (16MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The AX350 was announced 8 months before the FH7 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the AX350 scores versus the FH7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic FH7 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix AX350 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm AX350 Gallery and Panasonic FH7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AX350 over the Panasonic FH7
AX350 | FH7 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH7 over the FujiFilm AX350
FH7 | AX350 | |||
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Launched | September 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 8 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm AX350 and Panasonic FH7
AX350 | FH7 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic FH7 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm AX350 has got exterior measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic FH7 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
See the FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic FH7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the AX350 compared to the FH7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the AX350 and FH7 is 94 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic FH7 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through specs. The visual underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the AX350 and FH7.
All in all, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of pictures but you will want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older AX350 is going to be behind in sensor technology.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic FH7 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic FH7 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 |
Also called as | FinePix AX355 | Lumix DMC-FS22 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2011-09-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 33-165mm (5.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 lb) | 126 grams (0.28 lb) |
Dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" 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 | 180 shots | 260 shots |
Battery type | AA | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $0 | $149 |