Panasonic FP5 vs Panasonic FP7
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Panasonic FP5 vs Panasonic FP7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 141g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 147g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Revealed January 2011
Panasonic FP5 vs Panasonic FP7 Overview
The following is a detailed overview of the Panasonic FP5 and Panasonic FP7, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the FP7 (16MP) is very close and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe FP5 was launched about the same time to the FP7 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FP5 grades against the FP7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FP5 vs Panasonic FP7 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FP5 Gallery and Panasonic FP7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP5 over the Panasonic FP7
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP7 over the Panasonic FP5
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Display sizing | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Panasonic FP5 and Panasonic FP7
FP5 | FP7 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | January 2011 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Panasonic FP5 vs Panasonic FP7 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FP5 provides outside measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP7 has specifications of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FP5 and Panasonic FP7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the FP5 versus the FP7.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the FP5 and FP7 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FP5 vs Panasonic FP7 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions merely by researching specs. The pic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FP5 and FP7.
All in all, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic FP7 to result in more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively.
Panasonic FP5 vs Panasonic FP7 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FP5 vs Panasonic FP7 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine IV | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT Touch Screen LCD | TFT Touch Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m | 4.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 141 gr (0.31 lb) | 147 gr (0.32 lb) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 260 shots | 240 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $199 | $227 |