Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic SZ7

Here is a complete review of the Panasonic FX700 and Panasonic SZ7, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FX700 (14MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is very similar and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FX700 was manufactured 17 months earlier than the SZ7 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the FX700 scores vs the SZ7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX700 Gallery and Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FX700 comes with outside measurements of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ7 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FX700 and Panasonic SZ7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the FX700 compared to the SZ7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FX700 and SZ7 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Generally, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FX700 and SZ7.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures however you have to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older FX700 is going to be behind in sensor technology.