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Kodak Mini vs Panasonic FP7

Portability
97
Imaging
32
Features
13
Overall
24
Kodak EasyShare Mini front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 front
Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
32
Overall
36

Kodak Mini vs Panasonic FP7 Key Specs

Kodak Mini
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1000
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 29-87mm (F3.0-4.8) lens
  • 99g - 86 x 53 x 18mm
  • Introduced January 2011
Panasonic FP7
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 147g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
  • Launched January 2011
Photography Glossary

Kodak Mini vs Panasonic FP7 Overview

Its time to look more in depth at the Kodak Mini and Panasonic FP7, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the Mini (10MP) and FP7 (16MP) and the Mini (1/3") and FP7 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The Mini was launched at a similar time to the FP7 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Mini matches up versus the FP7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Kodak Mini over the Panasonic FP7

 Mini FP7 

Reasons to pick Panasonic FP7 over the Kodak Mini

 FP7 Mini 
Display dimensions3.5"2.5"Larger display (+1")
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Kodak Mini and Panasonic FP7

 Mini FP7 
LaunchedJanuary 2011January 2011Same generation
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Kodak Mini vs Panasonic FP7 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Kodak Mini has got outside dimensions of 86mm x 53mm x 18mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 99 grams (0.22 lbs) and the Panasonic FP7 has specifications of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the Mini against the FP7.

Kodak Mini vs Panasonic FP7 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Mini and FP7 is 97 and 95 respectively.

Kodak Mini vs Panasonic FP7 top view buttons comparison

Kodak Mini vs Panasonic FP7 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing a spec sheet. The image here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Mini and FP7.

As you can see, both of those cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Mini because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Panasonic FP7 will show more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively.

Kodak Mini vs Panasonic FP7 sensor size comparison

Kodak Mini vs Panasonic FP7 Screen and ViewFinder

Kodak Mini vs Panasonic FP7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Kodak Mini Portrait photography advice
Panasonic FP7 Portrait photography advice
24
comes with face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/3")
has no RAW support
34
decent MP (16MP)
offers face detect focus
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Kodak Mini Street photography info
Panasonic FP7 Street photography info
48
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/3")
has no RAW support
low max ISO (1,000)
60
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has touch to focus
screen is fixed
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
heavier than others (147 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Kodak Mini as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic FP7 as a Sports photography camera
16
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400s)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/3")
has no phase detect AF
44
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
better than average battery (240 CIPA)
slow continuous shooting (4.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Kodak Mini as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic FP7 as a Travel photography camera
51
has built in flash
lack of Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (29mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
63
better than average battery (240 per charge)
has touch to focus
decent MP (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
no Time Lapse recording
heavier than others (147 grams)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Kodak Mini Landscape photography info
Panasonic FP7 Landscape photography info
22
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (29mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
small screen (2.5")
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/3")
low max ISO (1,000)
has no RAW support
lack of Time Lapse mode
41
very good size screen (3.5 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
better than average battery (240 shots)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Kodak Mini Vlogging information
Panasonic FP7 Vlogging information
25
comes with face detect focusing
wide angle not great (29mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pxls)
lack of mic support
29
built-in touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect focus
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
no mic support
heavier than others (147 grams)
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Kodak Mini vs Panasonic FP7 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Kodak Mini and Panasonic FP7
 Kodak EasyShare MiniPanasonic Lumix DMC-FP7
General Information
Brand Name Kodak Panasonic
Model type Kodak EasyShare Mini Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2011-01-04 2011-01-05
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor - Venus Engine IV
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 4.8 x 3.6mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 17.3mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 3640 x 2736 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 1000 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 11
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 29-87mm (3.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.0-4.8 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focusing range 5cm 10cm
Crop factor 7.5 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.5" 3.5"
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology TFT color LCD TFT Touch Screen LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 60s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting rate - 4.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 4.90 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
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 99 grams (0.22 lbs) 147 grams (0.32 lbs)
Physical dimensions 86 x 53 x 18mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7")
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 - 240 shots
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID KLIC-7006 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch pricing $100 $227