Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic FX700
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Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic FX700 Key Specs
(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
- Announced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 176g - 104 x 56 x 25mm
- Launched July 2010

Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic FX700 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic FP7 and Panasonic FX700, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FP7 (16MP) and the FX700 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The FP7 was released 6 months later than the FX700 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FX700 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the FP7 grades against the FX700 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic FX700 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Panasonic FX700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP7 over the Panasonic FX700
FP7 | FX700 | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX700 over the Panasonic FP7
FX700 | FP7 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic FP7 and Panasonic FX700
FP7 | FX700 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | July 2010 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic FX700 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP7 has exterior dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX700 has proportions of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FP7 and Panasonic FX700 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the FP7 compared to the FX700.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP7 and FX700 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic FX700 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through a spec sheet. The graphic below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FP7 and FX700.
As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic FP7 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively.

Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic FX700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic FX700 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2010-07-21 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine IV | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.2-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT Touch Screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m | 7.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
Mic 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 | 147 grams (0.32 lbs) | 176 grams (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 104 x 56 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 | 240 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $227 | $399 |