Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic FX90

On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FP7 versus Panasonic FX90, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are sold by Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the FP7 (16MP) and FX90 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP7 was introduced 7 months before the FX90 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FX90 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the FP7 scores versus the FX90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FP7 has got physical dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Panasonic FX90 has specifications of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FP7 versus Panasonic FX90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the FP7 compared to the FX90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP7 and FX90 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements only by seeing specifications. The graphic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP7 and FX90.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FP7 to provide extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The older FP7 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.