Panasonic FH7 vs Sony TX100V

In this article, we will be comparing the Panasonic FH7 versus Sony TX100V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH7 (16MP) and the TX100V (16MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH7 was brought out 9 months after the TX100V and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH7 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX100V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the FH7 matches up versus the TX100V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH7 Gallery and Sony TX100V Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH7 comes with exterior measurements 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 Sony TX100V has sizing of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH7 versus Sony TX100V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the FH7 and the TX100V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH7 and TX100V is 96 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by looking through specs. The image here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FH7 and TX100V.

All in all, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of files however you may want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The younger FH7 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.