Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung ST600
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP7/Panasonic-FP7-front.jpg)
![Samsung ST600 front Samsung ST600 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Samsung-ST600.jpg)
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Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung ST600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-135mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 150g - 104 x 60 x 20mm
- Released January 2010
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Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung ST600 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic FP7 versus Samsung ST600, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FP7 (16MP) and the ST600 (14MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The FP7 was brought out 13 months after the ST600 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the FP7 matches up vs the ST600 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung ST600 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Samsung ST600. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Samsung ST600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP7 over the Samsung ST600
FP7 | ST600 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST600 over the Panasonic FP7
ST600 | FP7 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+922k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FP7 and Samsung ST600
FP7 | ST600 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 3.5" | Identical display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung ST600 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FP7 features exterior 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) and the Samsung ST600 has specifications of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic FP7 versus Samsung ST600 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the FP7 compared to the ST600.
![Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung ST600 size comparison Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung ST600 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP7-vs-Samsung-ST600-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP7 and ST600 is 95 and 95 respectively.
![Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung ST600 top view buttons comparison Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung ST600 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP7-vs-Samsung-ST600-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung ST600 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by going over specs. The pic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FP7 and ST600.
All in all, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic FP7 to offer you more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The fresher FP7 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
![Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung ST600 sensor size comparison Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung ST600 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP7-vs-Samsung-ST600-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung ST600 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung ST600 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung ST600 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP7-vs-Samsung-ST600-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung ST600 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | Samsung ST600 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | Samsung ST600 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine IV | - |
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 | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 4800 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 27-135mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 1,152 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT Touch Screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.90 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 147 grams (0.32 pounds) | 150 grams (0.33 pounds) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 104 x 60 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | SLB07 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $227 | $330 |