Panasonic FH7 vs Panasonic SZ7
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Panasonic FH7 vs Panasonic SZ7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 19mm
- Announced September 2011
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FS22
(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
- Launched January 2012
Panasonic FH7 vs Panasonic SZ7 Overview
Lets look closer at the Panasonic FH7 versus Panasonic SZ7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both built by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH7 (16MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe FH7 was unveiled 4 months prior to the SZ7 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the FH7 grades against the SZ7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic FH7 vs Panasonic SZ7 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH7 Gallery & Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH7 over the Panasonic SZ7
FH7 | SZ7 | |||
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Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ7 over the Panasonic FH7
SZ7 | FH7 | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH7 and Panasonic SZ7
FH7 | SZ7 | |||
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Launched | September 2011 | January 2012 | Same age | |
Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Panasonic FH7 vs Panasonic SZ7 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FH7 offers outer dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ7 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FH7 versus Panasonic SZ7 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the FH7 versus the SZ7.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH7 and SZ7 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FH7 vs Panasonic SZ7 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements simply by checking out specifications. The visual underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FH7 and SZ7.
Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Panasonic FH7 to show extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively.
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Panasonic FH7 vs Panasonic SZ7 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FS22 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-09-07 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.30 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 126 grams (0.28 pounds) | 133 grams (0.29 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 shots | 220 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $149 | $199 |