Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FP7
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Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FP7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 178g - 100 x 56 x 28mm
- Released January 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FS30
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 147g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Revealed January 2011
Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FP7 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FH20 versus Panasonic FP7, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the FP7 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe FH20 was introduced 12 months before the FP7 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH20 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FH20 grades versus the FP7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FP7 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH20 Gallery & Panasonic FP7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH20 over the Panasonic FP7
FH20 | FP7 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP7 over the Panasonic FH20
FP7 | FH20 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | January 2010 | Newer by 12 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3.5" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FH20 and Panasonic FP7
FH20 | FP7 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FP7 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH20 has got external measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP7 has sizing of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FH20 versus Panasonic FP7 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the FH20 and the FP7.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH20 and FP7 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FP7 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The image here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FH20 and FP7.
Clearly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic FP7 to offer more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged FH20 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FP7 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FP7 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 |
Other name | Lumix DMC-FS30 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Touch Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m (Auto ISO) | 4.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 178g (0.39 lb) | 147g (0.32 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 56 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 pictures |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $179 | $227 |