Panasonic FS7 vs Sony TX30

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic FS7 versus Sony TX30, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the FS7 (10MP) and TX30 (18MP) and the FS7 (1/2.5") and TX30 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The FS7 was revealed 5 years prior to the TX30 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FS7 matches up versus the TX30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FS7 Gallery and Sony TX30 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS7 offers exterior 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 TX30 has proportions of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FS7 versus Sony TX30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the FS7 and the TX30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FS7 and TX30 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over technical specs. The image below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FS7 and TX30.

As you can tell, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FS7 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Sony TX30 will offer you more detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FS7 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.