Panasonic FH7 vs Ricoh PX
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95 Imaging
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Panasonic FH7 vs Ricoh PX Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FS22
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.4) lens
- 156g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Launched August 2011

Panasonic FH7 vs Ricoh PX Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Panasonic FH7 vs Ricoh PX, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. The resolution of the FH7 (16MP) and the PX (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FH7 was released within a month of the PX so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the FH7 scores against the PX in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic FH7 vs Ricoh PX Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 & Ricoh PX. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH7 Gallery & Ricoh PX Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH7 over the Ricoh PX
FH7 | PX | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh PX over the Panasonic FH7
PX | FH7 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic FH7 and Ricoh PX
FH7 | PX | |||
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Launched | September 2011 | ![]() | August 2011 | Same age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Panasonic FH7 vs Ricoh PX Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH7 enjoys outer 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 Ricoh PX has proportions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FH7 vs Ricoh PX in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the FH7 vs the PX.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FH7 and PX is 96 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic FH7 vs Ricoh PX Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specs. The pic here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FH7 and PX.
All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you need to factor the age of the cameras into account.

Panasonic FH7 vs Ricoh PX Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH7 vs Ricoh PX Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | Ricoh PX | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | Ricoh PX |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FS22 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-09-07 | 2011-08-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine IV | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3072 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/3.9-5.4 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.30 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 126 gr (0.28 pounds) | 156 gr (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $149 | $329 |