Panasonic FH7 vs Panasonic SZ5

Here is a in depth review of the Panasonic FH7 vs Panasonic SZ5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH7 (16MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH7 was announced 10 months earlier than the SZ5 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the FH7 grades versus the SZ5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH7 Gallery and Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH7 provides external measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ5 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH7 vs Panasonic SZ5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the FH7 and the SZ5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH7 and SZ5 is 96 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH7 and SZ5.

As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic FH7 to provide greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The older FH7 will be behind in sensor tech.