Leica X Vario vs Panasonic FH7
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Leica X Vario vs Panasonic FH7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12500
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-70mm (F3.5-6.4) lens
- 680g - 133 x 73 x 95mm
- Introduced June 2013
- Succeeded the Leica X2
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS22
Leica X Vario vs Panasonic FH7 Overview
Following is a in depth assessment of the Leica X Vario versus Panasonic FH7, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Leica and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the X Vario (16MP) and the FH7 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the X Vario (APS-C) and FH7 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor dimensions.
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe X Vario was introduced 22 months after the FH7 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Leica X Vario being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic FH7 being a Compact camera.
Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the X Vario matches up against the FH7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Leica X Vario vs Panasonic FH7 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica X Vario and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7. The whole galleries are provided at Leica X Vario Gallery and Panasonic FH7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica X Vario over the Panasonic FH7
X Vario | FH7 | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | September 2011 | More modern by 22 months | |
Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH7 over the Leica X Vario
FH7 | X Vario | |||
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Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Leica X Vario and Panasonic FH7
X Vario | FH7 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Leica X Vario vs Panasonic FH7 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica X Vario features outer measurements of 133mm x 73mm x 95mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.7") along with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Panasonic FH7 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check out the Leica X Vario versus Panasonic FH7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the X Vario against the FH7.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X Vario and FH7 is 62 and 96 respectively.
Leica X Vario vs Panasonic FH7 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes just by seeing a spec sheet. The image here should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the X Vario and FH7.
As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizes. The X Vario offers the bigger sensor which will make obtaining bokeh simpler. The fresher X Vario will have an edge in sensor technology.
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Leica X Vario vs Panasonic FH7 Specifications
Leica X Vario | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Leica | Panasonic |
Model | Leica X Vario | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FS22 |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-06-11 | 2011-09-07 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 372.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4928 x 3272 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 12500 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-70mm (2.5x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-6.4 | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync, Studio | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
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 | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 680 grams (1.50 lbs) | 126 grams (0.28 lbs) |
Dimensions | 133 x 73 x 95mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.7") | 95 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 78 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1320 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 450 photos | 260 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-DC8 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $2,950 | $149 |