Panasonic FP7 vs Sony HX30V

Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic FP7 and Sony HX30V, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FP7 (16MP) and the HX30V (18MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP7 was brought out 13 months earlier than the HX30V making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX30V being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FP7 grades versus the HX30V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FP7 Gallery & Sony HX30V Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP7 comes with outside measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Sony HX30V has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FP7 and Sony HX30V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the FP7 compared to the HX30V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FP7 and HX30V is 95 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FP7 and HX30V.

All in all, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Sony HX30V to render greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older FP7 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.