Panasonic FH7 vs Panasonic SZ1

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic FH7 versus Panasonic SZ1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH7 (16MP) and the SZ1 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH7 was introduced 4 months prior to the SZ1 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the FH7 matches up versus the SZ1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FH7 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH7 comes with external measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ1 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH7 versus Panasonic SZ1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the FH7 against the SZ1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH7 and SZ1 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by going through specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH7 and SZ1.

Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you should take the production date of the cameras into account.