Panasonic FH7 vs Samsung PL120
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Panasonic FH7 vs Samsung PL120 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
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS22
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Released January 2011

Panasonic FH7 vs Samsung PL120 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Panasonic FH7 and Samsung PL120, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FH7 (16MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FH7 was manufactured 9 months later than the PL120 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH7 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the FH7 scores versus the PL120 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic FH7 vs Samsung PL120 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 and Samsung PL120. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH7 Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH7 over the Samsung PL120
FH7 | PL120 | |||
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Released | September 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 9 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Panasonic FH7
PL120 | FH7 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FH7 and Samsung PL120
FH7 | PL120 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Panasonic FH7 vs Samsung PL120 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH7 enjoys exterior dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung PL120 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic FH7 and Samsung PL120 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the FH7 compared to the PL120.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FH7 and PL120 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Panasonic FH7 vs Samsung PL120 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH7 and PL120.
Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic FH7 to produce more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern FH7 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Panasonic FH7 vs Samsung PL120 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH7 vs Samsung PL120 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | Samsung PL120 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | Samsung PL120 |
Other name | Lumix DMC-FS22 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2011-09-07 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | () |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.30 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 126 grams (0.28 lbs) | - |
Dimensions | 95 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
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 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | One | - |
Price at release | $149 | $150 |