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Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic G1

Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 front
Portability
82
Imaging
46
Features
50
Overall
47

Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic G1 Key Specs

Panasonic FS7
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • 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
  • Announced January 2009
Panasonic G1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
  • No Video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 360g - 124 x 84 x 45mm
  • Launched January 2009
  • Successor is Panasonic G2
Photography Glossary

Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic G1 Overview

The following is a extensive review of the Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic G1, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the FS7 (10MP) and the G1 (12MP) is pretty similar but the FS7 (1/2.5") and G1 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The FS7 was announced very close to the G1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FS7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the FS7 scores versus the G1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FS7 over the Panasonic G1

 FS7 G1 

Reasons to pick Panasonic G1 over the Panasonic FS7

 G1 FS7 
Focus manually Dial precise focus
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Common features in the Panasonic FS7 and Panasonic G1

 FS7 G1 
LaunchedJanuary 2009January 2009Similar generation
Touch friendly screen Lacking Touch friendly screen

Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic G1 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FS7 features outer measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Panasonic G1 has specifications of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic G1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the FS7 against the G1.

Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic G1 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FS7 and G1 is 95 and 82 respectively.

Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic G1 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic G1 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FS7 and G1.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FS7 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic G1 will offer you greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively.

Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic G1 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic G1 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic G1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic FS7 Portrait photography advice
Panasonic G1 Portrait photography advice
19
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
no external flash support
low MP (10 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.5")
lacks RAW support
57
manual focus
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
supports RAW files
low MP (12MP)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Panasonic FS7
Street photography with Panasonic G1
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.5")
lacks RAW support
72
screen articulates
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
supports RAW files
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FS7 Sports photography highlights
Panasonic G1 Sports photography highlights
24
has image stabilization (Optical)
max frames per second very slow (3.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
low MP (10 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.5")
lacks phase detect auto focus
33
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Panasonic FS7
Travel photography with Panasonic G1
51
has built in flash
no Time Lapse recording
low MP (10MP)
does not posses selfie friendly display
wide angle not good (33mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
62
built-in flash
display is selfie friendly
does not have Time Lapse recording
low MP (12MP)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic FS7 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic G1 as a Landscape photography camera
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (33mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
manual mode not available
low MP (10 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.5")
lacks RAW support
no Time Lapse recording
57
manual focus
switch lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
supports RAW files
no image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FS7 Vlogging highlights
Panasonic G1 Vlogging highlights
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (33mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not posses selfie friendly display
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
no external mic socket
18
no video shooting
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Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic G1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FS7 and Panasonic G1
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1
General Information
Brand Name Panasonic Panasonic
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1
Category Ultracompact Entry-Level Mirrorless
Announced 2009-01-16 2009-01-19
Physical type Ultracompact SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.5" Four Thirds
Sensor dimensions 5.744 x 4.308mm 17.3 x 13mm
Sensor surface area 24.7mm² 224.9mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Highest enhanced ISO 6400 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens Micro Four Thirds
Lens focal range 33-132mm (4.0x) -
Maximum aperture f/2.8-5.9 -
Macro focus range 5cm -
Total lenses - 107
Crop factor 6.3 2.1
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Display sizing 2.7" 3"
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder coverage - 100%
Features
Min shutter speed 60s 60s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter rate 3.0 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 10.50 m
Flash settings Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize - 1/160s
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) -
Highest video resolution 640x480 None
Video file format Motion JPEG -
Mic 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
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 139 grams (0.31 lb) 360 grams (0.79 lb)
Dimensions 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") 124 x 84 x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 53
DXO Color Depth score not tested 21.1
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 10.3
DXO Low light score not tested 463
Other
Battery life - 330 pictures
Battery type - Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card
Card slots 1 1
Price at release $160 $0