Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic SZ10

Its time to take a closer look at the Panasonic FP7 versus Panasonic SZ10, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FP7 (16MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The FP7 was released 5 years earlier than the SZ10 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic SZ10 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the FP7 matches up vs the SZ10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FP7 has got physical measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ10 has specifications of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FP7 versus Panasonic SZ10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the FP7 against the SZ10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP7 and SZ10 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by going through technical specs. The pic here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FP7 and SZ10.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of files though you might want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged FP7 will be behind in sensor innovation.