Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic ZS7

Here is a complete overview of the Panasonic FP1 versus Panasonic ZS7, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is very close and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FP1 was unveiled 18 months earlier than the ZS7 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS7 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FP1 scores against the ZS7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP1 comes with outside dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS7 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FP1 versus Panasonic ZS7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the FP1 against the ZS7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FP1 and ZS7 is 95 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing specs. The graphic here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FP1 and ZS7.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of images although you will want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older FP1 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.