Panasonic FP5 vs Sony HX7V

On this page, we will be matching up the Panasonic FP5 versus Sony HX7V, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FP5 was manufactured 6 months before the HX7V which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX7V being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the FP5 grades vs the HX7V for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FP5 Gallery and Sony HX7V Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP5 provides physical dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony HX7V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FP5 versus Sony HX7V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the FP5 versus the HX7V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP5 and HX7V is 95 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing specifications. The visual here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP5 and HX7V.

Plainly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony HX7V to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively.