Panasonic FP7 vs Sony NEX-5N
Portability
95 Imaging
39 Features
32 Overall
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95 Imaging
39 Features
32 Overall
36
Portability
89 Imaging
56 Features
69 Overall
61
89 Imaging
56 Features
69 Overall
61
Panasonic FP7 vs Sony NEX-5N Key Specs
Panasonic FP7
(Full Review)
(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
Sony NEX-5N
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 269g - 111 x 59 x 38mm
- Announced October 2011
- Older Model is Sony NEX-5
- Newer Model is Sony NEX-5R
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On this page, we are evaluating the Panasonic FP7 and Sony NEX-5N, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FP7 (16MP) and the NEX-5N (16MP) is very similar but the FP7 (1/2.3") and NEX-5N (APS-C) posses different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FP7 was revealed 9 months before the NEX-5N so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony NEX-5N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FP7 scores vs the NEX-5N when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP7 over the Sony NEX-5N
| FP7 | NEX-5N | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimensions | 3.5" |  | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5N over the Panasonic FP7
| NEX-5N | FP7 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | October 2011 |  | January 2011 | Fresher by 9 months |
| Manual focus |  | Dial accurate focus | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FP7 and Sony NEX-5N
| FP7 | NEX-5N | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Panasonic FP7 vs Sony NEX-5N Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FP7 features exterior dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5N has specifications of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the FP7 and the NEX-5N.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FP7 and NEX-5N is 95 and 89 respectively.
Panasonic FP7 vs Sony NEX-5N Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The graphic here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP7 and NEX-5N.
To sum up, each of these cameras have the same resolution but different sensor sizing. The FP7 provides the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallow DOF more challenging. The older FP7 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
Panasonic FP7 vs Sony NEX-5N Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Panasonic FP7 Portrait photography highlights
Sony NEX-5N Portrait photography highlights
megapixel count good (16MP)
has face detect autofocus
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
you can focus manually
good resolution (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
includes face detect autofocus
supports RAW formats
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Panasonic FP7 Street photography highlights
Sony NEX-5N Street photography highlights
image stabilization (Optical)
offers focus via touch
screen is fixed
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
heavier than competition (147g)
has a tilting screen
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
includes touch focus
great high ISO (25,600)
no image stabilization
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Sony NEX-5N as a Sports photography camera
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
good battery (240 CIPA)
continuous shooting slow (4.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
good resolution (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
better than average battery pack (460 per charge)
no image stabilization
no phase detect autofocus
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Panasonic FP7 Travel photography factors
Sony NEX-5N Travel photography factors
good battery (240 shots)
offers focus via touch
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition (147g)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
better than average battery pack (460 CIPA)
includes touch focus
good resolution (16MP)
does not have Time Lapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
Photography GlossaryLandscape Comparison
Panasonic FP7 Landscape photography details
Sony NEX-5N Landscape photography details
very good size screen (3.5 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
good battery (240 per charge)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
manual mode not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Sony E mount)
nice screen size (3 inches)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
great high ISO (25,600)
supports RAW formats
better than average battery pack (460 CIPA)
no image stabilization
does not have Time Lapse mode
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touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect autofocus
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have mic socket
heavier than competition (147 grams)
built-in touchscreen
includes face detect autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
does not have mic support
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Panasonic FP7 vs Sony NEX-5N Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | Sony Alpha NEX-5N | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | Sony Alpha NEX-5N |
| Class | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2011-10-03 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Venus Engine IV | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 11 | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | Sony E |
| Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | - |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
| Total lenses | - | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display sizing | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Display technology | TFT Touch Screen LCD | Tilt Up 80°, Down 45° TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.90 m | 12.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | - | 1/160 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 147g (0.32 pounds) | 269g (0.59 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 111 x 59 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | 77 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.7 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1079 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 240 shots | 460 shots |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Cost at release | $227 | $550 |