Panasonic FH7 vs Sony W570

Below, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FH7 versus Sony W570, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FH7 (16MP) and the W570 (16MP) is pretty close and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH7 was manufactured 9 months later than the W570 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH7 being a Compact camera and the Sony W570 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the FH7 matches up against the W570 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH7 Gallery and Sony W570 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FH7 has exterior measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony W570 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH7 versus Sony W570 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the FH7 versus the W570.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH7 and W570 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements purely by looking through technical specs. The graphic below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FH7 and W570.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of files however you should really consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern FH7 should have a benefit in sensor tech.