Panasonic FS7 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill
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Panasonic FS7 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand 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
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- " Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F2.8) lens
- 330g - 122 x 67 x 64mm
- Released February 2012
- Newer Model is Sigma DP2 Merrill
Panasonic FS7 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Overview
The following is a detailed analysis of the Panasonic FS7 versus Sigma DP1 Merrill, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sigma. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the FS7 (10MP) and DP1 Merrill (15MP) and the FS7 (1/2.5") and DP1 Merrill (APS-C) posses different sensor dimensions.
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe FS7 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the DP1 Merrill which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FS7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP1 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FS7 scores versus the DP1 Merrill in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FS7 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 and Sigma DP1 Merrill. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FS7 Gallery and Sigma DP1 Merrill Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS7 over the Sigma DP1 Merrill
FS7 | DP1 Merrill | |||
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Screen dimensions | 2.7" | " | Bigger screen (+2.7") |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 Merrill over the Panasonic FS7
DP1 Merrill | FS7 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | January 2009 | Newer by 37 months | |
Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FS7 and Sigma DP1 Merrill
FS7 | DP1 Merrill | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Panasonic FS7 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS7 enjoys outer measurements 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 Sigma DP1 Merrill has sizing of 122mm x 67mm x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FS7 versus Sigma DP1 Merrill in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the FS7 against the DP1 Merrill.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FS7 and DP1 Merrill is 95 and 82 respectively.
Panasonic FS7 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specifications. The picture underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FS7 and DP1 Merrill.
To sum up, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FS7 because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sigma DP1 Merrill will result in greater detail due to its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged FS7 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
Panasonic FS7 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FS7 vs Sigma DP1 Merrill Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 | Sigma DP1 Merrill | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Sigma |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 | Sigma DP1 Merrill |
Category | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-01-16 | 2012-02-08 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Dual TRUE II engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 24 x 16mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 384.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4704 x 3136 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 33-132mm (4.0x) | () |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 6.3 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | - |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
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) | 640 x 480 |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
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 | 139 grams (0.31 pounds) | 330 grams (0.73 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 122 x 67 x 64mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $160 | $1,250 |