Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic TS10

On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic TS10, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both created by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP7 (16MP) and the TS10 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FP7 was released 12 months after the TS10 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic TS10 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FP7 matches up against the TS10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Panasonic TS10 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP7 offers external dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS10 has proportions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic TS10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the FP7 compared to the TS10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP7 and TS10 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The image here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP7 and TS10.

As you can see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic FP7 to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer FP7 provides an edge in sensor innovation.