FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic SZ7
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic SZ7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 133g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Released January 2012
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Below, we will be analyzing the FujiFilm AX350 versus Panasonic SZ7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the AX350 (16MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe AX350 was manufactured 12 months before the SZ7 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the AX350 scores against the SZ7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AX350 over the Panasonic SZ7
| AX350 | SZ7 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ7 over the FujiFilm AX350
| SZ7 | AX350 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2012 |  | January 2011 | Newer by 12 months |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm AX350 and Panasonic SZ7
| AX350 | SZ7 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic SZ7 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm AX350 comes with outside measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ7 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the AX350 against the SZ7.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the AX350 and SZ7 is 94 and 95 respectively.
FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic SZ7 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The image here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the AX350 and SZ7.
Clearly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the FujiFilm AX350 to show extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged AX350 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic SZ7 Specifications
| FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model | FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 |
| Also referred to as | FinePix AX355 | - |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2012-01-09 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 23 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 33-165mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | - | 4cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT Color LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.60 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 168g (0.37 lbs) | 133g (0.29 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | 180 shots | 220 shots |
| Type of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at release | $0 | $199 |