Panasonic FH7 vs Sony WX70

Let's take a more detailed look at the Panasonic FH7 versus Sony WX70, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH7 (16MP) and the WX70 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH7 was announced 4 months prior to the WX70 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FH7 scores versus the WX70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH7 Gallery & Sony WX70 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera often, you should think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FH7 offers physical dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony WX70 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the FH7 versus the WX70.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH7 and WX70 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements simply by seeing specs. The visual below may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH7 and WX70.

All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP and you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you will want to take the launch date of the cameras into account.