Kodak C140 vs Panasonic FH7
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Kodak C140 vs Panasonic FH7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 8MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1000
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-108mm (F2.7-4.8) lens
- 160g - 92 x 63 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
(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
- Introduced September 2011
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FS22

Kodak C140 vs Panasonic FH7 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Kodak C140 and Panasonic FH7, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Kodak and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the C140 (8MP) and FH7 (16MP) and the C140 (1/2.5") and FH7 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor dimensions.

The C140 was launched 3 years before the FH7 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the C140 matches up versus the FH7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Kodak C140 vs Panasonic FH7 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare C140 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7. The complete galleries are provided at Kodak C140 Gallery and Panasonic FH7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak C140 over the Panasonic FH7
C140 | FH7 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH7 over the Kodak C140
FH7 | C140 | |||
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Introduced | September 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 32 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak C140 and Panasonic FH7
C140 | FH7 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Kodak C140 vs Panasonic FH7 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Kodak C140 enjoys external measurements of 92mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Panasonic FH7 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Look at the Kodak C140 and Panasonic FH7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the C140 against the FH7.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the C140 and FH7 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Kodak C140 vs Panasonic FH7 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over technical specs. The visual below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the C140 and FH7.
As you can tell, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The C140 due to its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh trickier and the Panasonic FH7 will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The older C140 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

Kodak C140 vs Panasonic FH7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak C140 vs Panasonic FH7 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare C140 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model | Kodak EasyShare C140 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FS22 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2011-09-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3264 x 2448 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1000 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-108mm (3.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.7-4.8 | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 13cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 6.3 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160g (0.35 pounds) | 126g (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 63 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 95 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | - | 260 shots |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $80 | $149 |