Panasonic FH7 vs Sony WX80

Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic FH7 versus Sony WX80, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH7 (16MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH7 was manufactured 16 months before the WX80 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the FH7 matches up vs the WX80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH7 Gallery & Sony WX80 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH7 features outside measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony WX80 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH7 versus Sony WX80 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the FH7 and the WX80.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FH7 and WX80 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH7 and WX80.

Clearly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photos however you may want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged FH7 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.