Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic FS7
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Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic FS7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 165g - 98 x 55 x 24mm
- Announced January 2010
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FS11
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 139g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Released January 2009

Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic FS7 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic FS7, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact and both are offered by Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the FH3 (14MP) and FS7 (10MP) and the FH3 (1/2.3") and FS7 (1/2.5") have different sensor size.

The FH3 was introduced 12 months later than the FS7 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH3 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FS7 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the FH3 matches up versus the FS7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic FS7 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FH3 Gallery and Panasonic FS7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Panasonic FS7
FH3 | FS7 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS7 over the Panasonic FH3
FS7 | FH3 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FH3 and Panasonic FS7
FH3 | FS7 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic FS7 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH3 features outer measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Panasonic FS7 has sizing of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic FS7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the FH3 compared to the FS7.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH3 and FS7 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic FS7 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing specs. The graphic below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FH3 and FS7.
All in all, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The FH3 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic FH3 will show extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent FH3 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic FS7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic FS7 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 |
Alternative name | Lumix DMC-FS11 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2010-01-06 | 2009-01-16 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.5" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 24.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 6.3 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 165g (0.36 lb) | 139g (0.31 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $160 | $160 |