Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic SZ7
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH3.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ7/Panasonic-SZ7-front.jpg)
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Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic SZ7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS11
(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
- Announced January 2012
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Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic SZ7 Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Panasonic FH3 versus Panasonic SZ7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH3 (14MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The FH3 was launched 24 months earlier than the SZ7 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the FH3 grades vs the SZ7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic SZ7 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH3 Gallery and Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Panasonic SZ7
FH3 | SZ7 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ7 over the Panasonic FH3
SZ7 | FH3 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 24 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH3 and Panasonic SZ7
FH3 | SZ7 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic SZ7 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH3 enjoys exterior measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ7 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FH3 versus Panasonic SZ7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the FH3 versus the SZ7.
![Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic SZ7 size comparison Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic SZ7 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH3-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ7-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH3 and SZ7 is 94 and 95 respectively.
![Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic SZ7 top view buttons comparison Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic SZ7 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH3-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ7-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic SZ7 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by going through a spec sheet. The visual below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH3 and SZ7.
As you can see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of images though you would want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older FH3 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
![Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic SZ7 sensor size comparison Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic SZ7 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH3-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ7-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic SZ7 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic SZ7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic SZ7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH3-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ7-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic SZ7 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FS11 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-01-06 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | 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 area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 165g (0.36 lbs) | 133g (0.29 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 220 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $160 | $199 |