Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic SZ7

Below, we are contrasting the Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic SZ7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are built by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is very comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH2 was introduced 12 months before the SZ7 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the FH2 matches up against the SZ7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FH2 Gallery & Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FH2 features physical measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while 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 depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the FH2 versus the SZ7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FH2 and SZ7 is 96 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out technical specs. The visual here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH2 and SZ7.

As you have seen, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of images but you should always factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The older FH2 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.