Panasonic FH5 vs Sony RX100 VII

Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic FH5 vs Sony RX100 VII, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH5 (16MP) and the RX100 VII (20MP) is very similar but the FH5 (1/2.3") and RX100 VII (1") offer different sensor sizing.

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The FH5 was released 9 years earlier than the RX100 VII which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH5 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 VII being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the FH5 scores vs the RX100 VII in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH5 Gallery & Sony RX100 VII Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FH5 has outside measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Sony RX100 VII has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") with a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH5 vs Sony RX100 VII in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the FH5 against the RX100 VII.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FH5 and RX100 VII is 96 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading specs. The picture underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FH5 and RX100 VII.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FH5 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony RX100 VII will offer more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FH5 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.