Panasonic FS7 vs Sony T900
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Panasonic FS7 vs Sony T900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 139g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 143g - 98 x 58 x 16mm
- Introduced February 2009
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Its time to take a closer look at the Panasonic FS7 vs Sony T900, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FS7 (10MP) and the T900 (12MP) is very close but the FS7 (1/2.5") and T900 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizes.
Photography GlossaryThe FS7 was brought out around the same time to the T900 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple overview of how the FS7 matches up against the T900 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FS7 over the Sony T900
| FS7 | T900 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Panasonic FS7
| T900 | FS7 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Display dimension | 3.5" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
| Display resolution | 922k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FS7 and Sony T900
| FS7 | T900 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2009 |  | February 2009 | Same generation |
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen |
Panasonic FS7 vs Sony T900 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FS7 provides exterior measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony T900 has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FS7 vs Sony T900 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the FS7 and the T900.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FS7 and T900 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic FS7 vs Sony T900 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing specifications. The photograph underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FS7 and T900.
To sum up, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FS7 because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony T900 will render extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images much more aggressively.
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Panasonic FS7 vs Sony T900 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Revealed | 2009-01-16 | 2009-02-17 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 24.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 33-132mm (4.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-10.0 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 6.3 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3.5" |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60s | 2s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash modes | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 139g (0.31 pounds) | 143g (0.32 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 98 x 58 x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at release | $160 | $300 |