Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung ST90
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Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung ST90 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
- Announced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Launched January 2011
Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung ST90 Overview
Let's look closer at the Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung ST90, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FP7 (16MP) and the ST90 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe FP7 was released at a similar time to the ST90 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the FP7 scores against the ST90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung ST90 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Samsung ST90. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Samsung ST90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP7 over the Samsung ST90
FP7 | ST90 | |||
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Display dimension | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST90 over the Panasonic FP7
ST90 | FP7 | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FP7 and Samsung ST90
FP7 | ST90 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | January 2011 | Similar generation | |
Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung ST90 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FP7 features outside measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Samsung ST90 has specifications of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung ST90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the FP7 compared to the ST90.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FP7 and ST90 is 95 and 99 respectively.
Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung ST90 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The pic below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FP7 and ST90.
As you have seen, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic FP7 to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively.
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Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung ST90 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | Samsung ST90 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | Samsung ST90 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2011-01-19 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | () |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.5 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT Touch Screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 147 gr (0.32 lb) | - |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $227 | $150 |