Panasonic FS7 vs Sony NEX-5T

Below, we will be comparing the Panasonic FS7 and Sony NEX-5T, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the FS7 (10MP) and NEX-5T (16MP) and the FS7 (1/2.5") and NEX-5T (APS-C) come with different sensor sizes.

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The FS7 was launched 5 years earlier than the NEX-5T and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FS7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony NEX-5T being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the FS7 grades versus the NEX-5T in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 & Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FS7 Gallery & Sony NEX-5T Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS7 has got outside 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 Sony NEX-5T has dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the FS7 against the NEX-5T.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS7 and NEX-5T is 95 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The visual underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FS7 and NEX-5T.

Clearly, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FS7 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Sony NEX-5T will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older FS7 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.