Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic SZ8
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Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic SZ8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 147g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 159g - 100 x 60 x 27mm
- Released January 2014

Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic SZ8 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic SZ8, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FP7 (16MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FP7 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the SZ8 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic SZ8 being a Compact camera.
Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the FP7 grades versus the SZ8 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic SZ8 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FP7 Gallery & Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP7 over the Panasonic SZ8
FP7 | SZ8 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ8 over the Panasonic FP7
SZ8 | FP7 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 36 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FP7 and Panasonic SZ8
FP7 | SZ8 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic SZ8 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have 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") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ8 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
See the Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic SZ8 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the FP7 against the SZ8.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP7 and SZ8 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic SZ8 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing technical specs. The visual underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP7 and SZ8.
As you have seen, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photos although you will want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The older FP7 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic SZ8 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic SZ8 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2014-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine IV | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT Touch Screen LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.90 m | 5.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 147 gr (0.32 lb) | 159 gr (0.35 lb) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 100 x 60 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 shots | 200 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $227 | $275 |