Panasonic FP7 vs Sony HX400V

Here is a extensive overview of the Panasonic FP7 versus Sony HX400V, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FP7 (16MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FP7 was revealed 4 years before the HX400V and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the FP7 scores against the HX400V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP7 features outer measurements 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 HX400V has measurements of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FP7 versus Sony HX400V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the FP7 and the HX400V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FP7 and HX400V is 95 and 62 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through specifications. The visual here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FP7 and HX400V.

To sum up, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony HX400V to give more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The older FP7 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.