Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic SZ1

Here, we will be looking at the Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic SZ1, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are produced by Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the FS7 (10MP) and SZ1 (16MP) and the FS7 (1/2.5") and SZ1 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor size.

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The FS7 was announced 4 years before the SZ1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic SZ1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the FS7 scores versus the SZ1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS7 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS7 enjoys 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) and the Panasonic SZ1 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

See the Panasonic FS7 vs Panasonic SZ1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the FS7 compared to the SZ1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FS7 and SZ1 is 95 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FS7 and SZ1.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FS7 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic SZ1 will produce extra detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older FS7 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.