Panasonic FH7 vs Sony NEX-5T
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Panasonic FH7 vs Sony NEX-5T 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
- Revealed September 2011
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FS22
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Introduced August 2013
- Old Model is Sony NEX-5R
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Following is a detailed overview of the Panasonic FH7 and Sony NEX-5T, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH7 (16MP) and the NEX-5T (16MP) is relatively similar but the FH7 (1/2.3") and NEX-5T (APS-C) offer different sensor sizes.
Photography GlossaryThe FH7 was unveiled 24 months before the NEX-5T which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH7 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5T being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FH7 matches up vs the NEX-5T in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH7 over the Sony NEX-5T
| FH7 | NEX-5T |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the Panasonic FH7
| NEX-5T | FH7 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | August 2013 |  | September 2011 | More modern by 24 months |
| Manually focus |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen resolution | 922k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies |
Common features in the Panasonic FH7 and Sony NEX-5T
| FH7 | NEX-5T | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Panasonic FH7 vs Sony NEX-5T Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH7 enjoys outer dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5T has measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FH7 and Sony NEX-5T in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the FH7 compared to the NEX-5T.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH7 and NEX-5T is 96 and 89 respectively.
Panasonic FH7 vs Sony NEX-5T Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FH7 and NEX-5T.
As you can see, both of these cameras feature the identical megapixel count albeit different sensor sizes. The FH7 contains the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher. The more aged FH7 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Panasonic FH7 vs Sony NEX-5T Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T |
| Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FS22 | - |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2011-09-07 | 2013-08-27 |
| Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Venus Engine IV | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 11 | 99 |
| Cross type focus points | - | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony E |
| Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | - |
| Largest aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | - |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
| Number of lenses | - | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 922k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen technology | - | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.30 m | 7.00 m (ISO100) |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
| 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) | 1920 x1080 (60p/60i/24p) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 126 gr (0.28 lb) | 276 gr (0.61 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | 78 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.0 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1015 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 260 photographs | 330 photographs |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes ((10/2 sec. delay), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures)) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch cost | $149 | $400 |