Panasonic FH7 vs Sony TX200V

Below is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic FH7 versus Sony TX200V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FH7 (16MP) and the TX200V (18MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH7 was launched 4 months prior to the TX200V so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH7 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX200V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the FH7 scores against the TX200V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH7 Gallery and Sony TX200V Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH7 has external 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) and the Sony TX200V has sizing of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH7 versus Sony TX200V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the FH7 against the TX200V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH7 and TX200V is 96 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements purely by looking at specs. The graphic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FH7 and TX200V.

All in all, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony TX200V to give extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a little more aggressively.