Panasonic FH7 vs Sony QX10
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96 Imaging
39 Features
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Portability
96 Imaging
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34 Overall
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96 Imaging
42 Features
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Panasonic FH7 vs Sony QX10 Key Specs
Panasonic FH7
(Full Review)
(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
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS22
Sony QX10
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(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1440 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 105g - 62 x 62 x 33mm
- Introduced September 2013
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Following is a complete overview of the Panasonic FH7 versus Sony QX10, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Lens-style by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH7 (16MP) and the QX10 (18MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the FH7 grades versus the QX10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH7 Gallery & Sony QX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH7 over the Sony QX10
| FH7 | QX10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | " | Larger display (+3") |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 0k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony QX10 over the Panasonic FH7
| QX10 | FH7 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | September 2013 |  | September 2011 | More modern by 24 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FH7 and Sony QX10
| FH7 | QX10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Panasonic FH7 vs Sony QX10 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FH7 has got outer 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 Sony QX10 has specifications of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FH7 versus Sony QX10 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the FH7 against the QX10.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH7 and QX10 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic FH7 vs Sony QX10 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The picture below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FH7 and QX10.
As you can see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Sony QX10 to provide extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged FH7 will be behind in sensor technology.
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Portrait Comparison
Panasonic FH7 Portrait photography details
Sony QX10 Portrait photography details
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
provides face detection focus
no manual focus
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
decent megapixels (18MP)
supports face detection focusing
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street photography with Panasonic FH7
Street photography with Sony QX10
built in image stabilization (Optical)
provides touch to focus
lighter than competitors in class (126g)
fixed screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes focus by touch
lighter than competition (105 grams)
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Panasonic FH7 as a Sports photography camera
Sony QX10 as a Sports photography camera
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
provides tracking autofocus
max fps very slow (4.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (18 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
terrible battery power (220 CIPA)
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Sony QX10 Travel photography features
lighter than competitors in class (126 grams)
provides touch to focus
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
built-in flash
really wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
does not contain selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
lighter than competition (105g)
includes focus by touch
decent megapixels (18MP)
rather wide (25mm)
very long reach (250mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
terrible battery power (220 per charge)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Panasonic FH7 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony QX10 as a Landscape photography camera
really wide (28mm)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
manual mode not available
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
rather wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (18 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen ( inch)
manual exposure not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
terrible battery power (220 CIPA)
does not have Time Lapse function
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Panasonic FH7 Vlogging factors
Sony QX10 Vlogging factors
really wide (28mm)
built-in touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detection focus
lighter than competitors in class (126g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic jack
rather wide (25mm)
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detection focusing
lighter than competition (105 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1440 x 1080 pixels)
does not have external mic jack
Photography Glossary
Panasonic FH7 vs Sony QX10 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10 |
| Also called | Lumix DMC-FS22 | - |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Lens-style |
| Introduced | 2011-09-07 | 2013-09-04 |
| Body design | Compact | Lens-style |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Venus Engine IV | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | 11 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3" | - |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 0 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen technology | - | Depends on connected smartphone |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 4.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.30 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | None |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1440 x 1080 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1440x1080 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 | 126g (0.28 pounds) | 105g (0.23 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 62 x 62 x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | 220 images |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | NP-BN, |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 secs) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick Micro |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch cost | $149 | $250 |