Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic SZ7

Lets look much closer at the Panasonic F5 and Panasonic SZ7, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the F5 (14MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The F5 was announced 13 months later than the SZ7 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the F5 scores vs the SZ7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic F5 Gallery & Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic F5 has external measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ7 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the F5 vs the SZ7.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the F5 and SZ7 is 96 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the F5 and SZ7.

To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you can expect similar quality of pictures but you should take the age of the products into consideration. The more recent F5 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.