Panasonic FH7 vs Panasonic SZ8
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Panasonic FH7 vs Panasonic SZ8 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
- Introduced September 2011
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FS22
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 159g - 100 x 60 x 27mm
- Announced January 2014

Panasonic FH7 vs Panasonic SZ8 Overview
Lets look closer at the Panasonic FH7 vs Panasonic SZ8, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH7 (16MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The FH7 was brought out 3 years before the SZ8 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the FH7 grades vs the SZ8 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FH7 vs Panasonic SZ8 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH7 Gallery & Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH7 over the Panasonic SZ8
FH7 | SZ8 | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ8 over the Panasonic FH7
SZ8 | FH7 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | September 2011 | More modern by 28 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH7 and Panasonic SZ8
FH7 | SZ8 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Panasonic FH7 vs Panasonic SZ8 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH7 has physical 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 SZ8 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
See the Panasonic FH7 vs Panasonic SZ8 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the FH7 against the SZ8.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH7 and SZ8 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Panasonic FH7 vs Panasonic SZ8 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The picture underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH7 and SZ8.
All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP and you can expect similar quality of photos however you should really factor the age of the products into consideration. The more aged FH7 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Panasonic FH7 vs Panasonic SZ8 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH7 vs Panasonic SZ8 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FS22 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-09-07 | 2014-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine IV | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.30 m | 5.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 126g (0.28 lbs) | 159g (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 100 x 60 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 images | 200 images |
Battery type | 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 |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $149 | $275 |