Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung PL170

The following is a thorough overview of the Panasonic FP7 and Samsung PL170, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FP7 (16MP) and the PL170 (16MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FP7 was unveiled very close to the PL170 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the FP7 matches up against the PL170 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Samsung PL170. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Samsung PL170 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP7 provides outside dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Samsung PL170 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the FP7 against the PL170.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FP7 and PL170 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions purely by researching specifications. The image below should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP7 and PL170.

Plainly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of files although you will want to consider the release date of the cameras into account.