Panasonic FH7 vs Panasonic FX580

In this write-up, we are matching up the Panasonic FH7 vs Panasonic FX580, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both designed by Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the FH7 (16MP) and FX580 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH7 was launched 2 years after the FX580 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the FH7 grades versus the FX580 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH7 Gallery & Panasonic FX580 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH7 features exterior dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic FX580 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the FH7 and the FX580.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH7 and FX580 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The pic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH7 and FX580.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic FH7 to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The younger FH7 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.