Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic LF1
95 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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92 Imaging
37 Features
55 Overall
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Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic LF1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump 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
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 192g - 103 x 62 x 28mm
- Announced November 2013
Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic LF1 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Panasonic FS7 versus Panasonic LF1, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FS7 (10MP) and the LF1 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the FS7 (1/2.5") and LF1 (1/1.7") boast different sensor measurements.
Photography GlossaryThe FS7 was brought out 5 years earlier than the LF1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FS7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic LF1 being a Compact camera.
Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the FS7 scores against the LF1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic LF1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FS7 Gallery & Panasonic LF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS7 over the Panasonic LF1
FS7 | LF1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LF1 over the Panasonic FS7
LF1 | FS7 | |||
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Announced | November 2013 | January 2009 | More modern by 59 months | |
Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FS7 and Panasonic LF1
FS7 | LF1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic LF1 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS7 features external dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Panasonic LF1 has measurements of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FS7 versus Panasonic LF1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the FS7 vs the LF1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS7 and LF1 is 95 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic LF1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS7 and LF1.
Clearly, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FS7 because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic LF1 will show greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged FS7 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic LF1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-01-16 | 2013-11-26 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 24.7mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 33-132mm (4.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.0-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 6.3 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 7.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 139g (0.31 lb) | 192g (0.42 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 103 x 62 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 52 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 211 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $160 | $500 |