Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic FX700

Below, we will be comparing the Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic FX700, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the F5 (14MP) and the FX700 (14MP) is relatively similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

The F5 was launched 2 years later than the FX700 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the F5 grades vs the FX700 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic F5 Gallery & Panasonic FX700 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic F5 enjoys outer measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Panasonic FX700 has proportions of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic FX700 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the F5 versus the FX700.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the F5 and FX700 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading technical specs. The graphic below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the F5 and FX700.

As you can tell, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files though you really should take the age of the products into consideration. The more modern F5 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.