Panasonic FS7 vs Sony TX20

In this article, we are contrasting the Panasonic FS7 and Sony TX20, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the FS7 (10MP) and TX20 (16MP) and the FS7 (1/2.5") and TX20 (1/2.3") possess different sensor size.

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The FS7 was introduced 4 years prior to the TX20 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FS7 grades against the TX20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FS7 Gallery & Sony TX20 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS7 has got outside dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony TX20 has sizing of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the FS7 versus the TX20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FS7 and TX20 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through specifications. The picture below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS7 and TX20.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FS7 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony TX20 will produce extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged FS7 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.