Panasonic FP7 vs Sony A7R III

Following is a extended review of the Panasonic FP7 versus Sony A7R III, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the FP7 (16MP) and A7R III (42MP) and the FP7 (1/2.3") and A7R III (Full frame) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The FP7 was unveiled 7 years prior to the A7R III which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A7R III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the FP7 scores against the A7R III with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Sony Alpha A7R III. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Sony A7R III Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP7 features exterior dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Sony A7R III has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FP7 versus Sony A7R III in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the FP7 and the A7R III.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FP7 and A7R III is 95 and 63 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by looking through specifications. The image below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP7 and A7R III.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FP7 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony A7R III will result in greater detail having an extra 26 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged FP7 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.