Fujifilm F660EXR vs Panasonic SZ7
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Fujifilm F660EXR vs Panasonic SZ7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 217g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
- Revealed January 2012
(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

Fujifilm F660EXR vs Panasonic SZ7 Overview
In this article, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm F660EXR vs Panasonic SZ7, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm F660EXR (16MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is pretty close but the Fujifilm F660EXR (1/2") and SZ7 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor dimensions.

The Fujifilm F660EXR was revealed very close to the SZ7 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm F660EXR matches up vs the SZ7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm F660EXR vs Panasonic SZ7 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix F660EXR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm F660EXR Gallery & Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm F660EXR over the Panasonic SZ7
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ7 over the Fujifilm F660EXR
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Common features in the Fujifilm F660EXR and Panasonic SZ7
Fujifilm F660EXR | SZ7 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2012 | Same age |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Fujifilm F660EXR vs Panasonic SZ7 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm F660EXR features outside dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ7 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm F660EXR vs Panasonic SZ7 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm F660EXR compared to the SZ7.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm F660EXR and SZ7 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm F660EXR vs Panasonic SZ7 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through specifications. The graphic below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm F660EXR and SZ7.
Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F660EXR using its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm F660EXR will render more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively.

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Fujifilm F660EXR vs Panasonic SZ7 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix F660EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix F660EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-01-05 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR | - |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m (Wide: 3.2 m/5.9in / Tele: 90 cm�1.9 m) | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Yes | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 217 gr (0.48 pounds) | 133 gr (0.29 pounds) |
Dimensions | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 300 photos | 220 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-50A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $230 | $199 |