Panasonic FH7 vs Sony QX1

Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic FH7 vs Sony QX1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Lens-style by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH7 (16MP) and the QX1 (20MP) is very similar but the FH7 (1/2.3") and QX1 (APS-C) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The FH7 was brought out 4 years earlier than the QX1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH7 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the FH7 grades against the QX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 and Sony Alpha QX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH7 Gallery and Sony QX1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH7 comes with outside measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony QX1 has dimensions of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the FH7 vs the QX1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FH7 and QX1 is 96 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing a spec sheet. The image here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FH7 and QX1.

As you can see, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FH7 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Sony QX1 will offer more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The more aged FH7 is going to be behind in sensor technology.