Panasonic FP7 vs Sony TF1
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Panasonic FP7 vs Sony TF1 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.6-4.7) lens
- 152g - 102 x 62 x 23mm
- Introduced June 2013

Panasonic FP7 vs Sony TF1 Overview
Here is a extensive comparison of the Panasonic FP7 versus Sony TF1, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FP7 (16MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The FP7 was brought out 3 years earlier than the TF1 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.
Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the FP7 grades vs the TF1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic FP7 vs Sony TF1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP7 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP7 over the Sony TF1
FP7 | TF1 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Panasonic FP7
TF1 | FP7 | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 29 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FP7 and Sony TF1
FP7 | TF1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Panasonic FP7 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP7 enjoys 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 TF1 has proportions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FP7 versus Sony TF1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the FP7 and the TF1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP7 and TF1 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Panasonic FP7 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FP7 and TF1.
Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you can expect similar quality of photographs however you should always take the launch date of the products into consideration. The older FP7 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Panasonic FP7 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FP7 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Category | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.5" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT Touch Screen LCD | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 2 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.90 m | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 147 grams (0.32 pounds) | 152 grams (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 pictures | 240 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $227 | $266 |