Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic SZ7
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Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic SZ7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 133g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2012

Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic SZ7 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Panasonic FP2 versus Panasonic SZ7, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The FP2 was released 24 months prior to the SZ7 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic SZ7 being a Compact camera.
Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the FP2 grades against the SZ7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic SZ7 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FP2 Gallery & Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Panasonic SZ7
FP2 | SZ7 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ7 over the Panasonic FP2
SZ7 | FP2 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 24 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic SZ7
FP2 | SZ7 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic SZ7 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP2 comes with physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ7 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FP2 versus Panasonic SZ7 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the FP2 compared to the SZ7.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FP2 and SZ7 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic SZ7 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The pic below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FP2 and SZ7.
All in all, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels and you can expect similar quality of images though you will want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged FP2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic SZ7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic SZ7 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 151 grams (0.33 pounds) | 133 grams (0.29 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $80 | $199 |