Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic FP8

Here is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic FP7 and Panasonic FP8, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both are sold by Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the FP7 (16MP) and FP8 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FP7 was revealed 18 months later than the FP8 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple view of how the FP7 matches up vs the FP8 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Panasonic FP8 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP7 provides exterior dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Panasonic FP8 has measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FP7 and Panasonic FP8 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the FP7 versus the FP8.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP7 and FP8 is 95 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The visual below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP7 and FP8.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic FP7 to give you more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger FP7 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.