Panasonic FS7 vs Sony QX1

Following is a complete review of the Panasonic FS7 and Sony QX1, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Lens-style by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the FS7 (10MP) and QX1 (20MP) and the FS7 (1/2.5") and QX1 (APS-C) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The FS7 was introduced 6 years before the QX1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the FS7 scores against the QX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 and Sony Alpha QX1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FS7 Gallery and Sony QX1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FS7 enjoys exterior measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony QX1 has specifications of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FS7 and Sony QX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the FS7 and the QX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FS7 and QX1 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing a spec sheet. The pic below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FS7 and QX1.

As you can see, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FS7 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Sony QX1 will render extra detail using its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged FS7 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.