Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic SZ7

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic FP7 and Panasonic SZ7, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FP7 (16MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is fairly similar and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FP7 was brought out 12 months before the SZ7 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic SZ7 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the FP7 grades versus the SZ7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FP7 Gallery & Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP7 enjoys 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) while the Panasonic SZ7 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FP7 and Panasonic SZ7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the FP7 versus the SZ7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP7 and SZ7 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP7 and SZ7.

Clearly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic FP7 to offer you extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged FP7 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.