Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic ZS7
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Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic ZS7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 149g - 102 x 56 x 22mm
- Launched August 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Launched July 2011
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ10
- Later Model is Panasonic ZS8
Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic ZS7 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FX90 and Panasonic ZS7, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FX90 (12MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is pretty close and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe FX90 was revealed 2 months later than the ZS7 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the FX90 scores versus the ZS7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic ZS7 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FX90 Gallery & Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX90 over the Panasonic ZS7
FX90 | ZS7 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS7 over the Panasonic FX90
ZS7 | FX90 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FX90 and Panasonic ZS7
FX90 | ZS7 | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | July 2011 | Same age | |
Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic ZS7 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX90 has physical measurements of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS7 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
See the Panasonic FX90 and Panasonic ZS7 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the FX90 vs the ZS7.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX90 and ZS7 is 95 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic ZS7 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing purely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FX90 and ZS7.
As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you really should take the age of the cameras into account.
Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic ZS7 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic ZS7 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ10 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-08-26 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.5-5.9 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.90 m | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 149 gr (0.33 lbs) | 218 gr (0.48 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 56 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $227 | $350 |