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Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic FS7

Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
14
Overall
26
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 front
Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26

Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic FS7 Key Specs

Panasonic FS12
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 31-124mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 129g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
  • Released April 2009
Panasonic FS7
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 139g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
  • Launched January 2009
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Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic FS7 Overview

Let's examine more closely at the Panasonic FS12 and Panasonic FS7, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the FS7 (10MP) is pretty well matched but the FS12 (1/2.3") and FS7 (1/2.5") come with different sensor measurements.

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The FS12 was announced 4 months after the FS7 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the FS12 matches up versus the FS7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Panasonic FS7

 FS12 FS7 

Reasons to pick Panasonic FS7 over the Panasonic FS12

 FS7 FS12 

Common features in the Panasonic FS12 and Panasonic FS7

 FS12 FS7 
LaunchedApril 2009January 2009Similar generation
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic FS7 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FS12 features outer measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic FS7 has specifications of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the FS12 versus the FS7.

Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic FS7 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FS12 and FS7 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic FS7 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic FS7 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specifications. The picture below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FS12 and FS7.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FS12 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Panasonic FS12 will give extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively.

Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic FS7 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic FS7 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic FS7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic FS12 Portrait photography advice
Panasonic FS7 Portrait photography advice
20
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
19
no manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
low resolution (10 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.5")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FS12 Street photography advice
Panasonic FS7 Street photography advice
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
small sensor (1/2.5")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FS12 Sports photography info
Panasonic FS7 Sports photography info
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow fps (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
24
built in image stabilization (Optical)
max frames per second very slow (3.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
low resolution (10MP)
small sensor (1/2.5")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Panasonic FS12
Travel photography with Panasonic FS7
51
flash built-in
lack of Timelapse mode
low MP (12MP)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
wide angle not good (31mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
51
flash built-in
lack of Timelapse mode
low resolution (10MP)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
wide angle not the best (33mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Panasonic FS12
Landscape photography with Panasonic FS7
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (31mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
lack of Timelapse mode
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (33mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
low resolution (10MP)
small sensor (1/2.5")
lacks RAW files
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FS12 Vlogging highlights
Panasonic FS7 Vlogging highlights
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (31mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of microphone port
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (33mm)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
low quality video (640 x 480 pixels)
lack of external microphone socket
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Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic FS7 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FS12 and Panasonic FS7
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7
General Information
Brand Panasonic Panasonic
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2009-04-17 2009-01-16
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.5"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 5.744 x 4.308mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 24.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Highest boosted ISO 6400 6400
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 31-124mm (4.0x) 33-132mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/2.8-5.9 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focusing distance 5cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 6.3
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 60s 60s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate 2.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 6.30 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 129 grams (0.28 pounds) 139 grams (0.31 pounds)
Dimensions 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" 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
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Retail pricing $228 $160