Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic SZ7
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Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic SZ7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 18mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 133g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Launched January 2012

Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic SZ7 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FH10 versus Panasonic SZ7, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are offered by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH10 (16MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The FH10 was released 13 months later than the SZ7 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the FH10 grades against the SZ7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic SZ7 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH10 Gallery and Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH10 over the Panasonic SZ7
FH10 | SZ7 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ7 over the Panasonic FH10
SZ7 | FH10 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH10 and Panasonic SZ7
FH10 | SZ7 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic SZ7 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FH10 has got outer measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ7 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FH10 versus Panasonic SZ7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the FH10 versus the SZ7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FH10 and SZ7 is 97 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic SZ7 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH10 and SZ7.
All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FH10 to give greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern FH10 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic SZ7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic SZ7 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-01-07 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 103g (0.23 lb) | 133g (0.29 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 pictures | 220 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $110 | $199 |