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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7

10.1 megapixels

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  • User Score (225)
    9.0 9.0 from 225 reviewers
  • Expert Score (10)
    7.9 7.9 from 10 reviewers
  • Value for money (7)
    8.4 8.4 from 7 reviewers
  • Features (3)
    8.8 8.8 from 3 reviewers
  • Ease of use (4)
    8.8 8.8 from 4 reviewers
  • Performance (3)
    8.5 8.5 from 3 reviewers
  • Picture quality (6)
    9.1 9.1 from 6 reviewers
  • Battery performance (2)
    8.8 8.8 from 2 reviewers
  • Display (2)
    7.9 7.9 from 2 reviewers
  • Video quality (3)
    7.9 7.9 from 3 reviewers
  • Ergonomics (2)
    7.9 7.9 from 2 reviewers
  • Equipment (2)
    8.8 8.8 from 2 reviewers
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  • Score Distribution

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5-6
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Users:
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7-8
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  • Expert Reviews

  1. What Digital Camera

    What Digital Camera
    9.1/10
    21 June 2009

    Panasonic's FS series cameras are designed to appeal to those looking for an easy-to-use but stylish ultra-compact. The FS7 is a mid-range model in the series, featuring a 10.0-megapixel CCD sensor, 4x optical zoom Leica lens and a 2.7in wide-view LCD monitor Features The FS7 features 10MP, has a strong all-metal body finished in an attractive brushed texture, and is available in black, pink or silver. Read more

    • Design, build quality, performance, image quality
    • Lack of wideangle

  2. Imaging Resource

    Imaging Resource
    23 October 2009

    Untitled Document The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 offers a sensor resolution of 10.1 effective megapixels from a 1/2.5" RGB CCD image sensor, and Panasonic has coupled this to an image stabilized, Leica DC Vario-Elmar branded 4x optical zoom lens with a 33mm-equivalent wide angle. There's sadly no optical viewfinder, with the Panasonic FS7 instead opting solely for a 2.7" LCD display with 230,000 dot resolution on which images and videos are both framed and reviewed. Read more

  3. DigitalCameraInfo.com

    DigitalCameraInfo.com
    9 March 2009

    With a retail price of just $159.95, this could prove to be a solid value for users who want the least possible fuss and bother when it comes to taking pictures, thanks to the sophisticated Intelligent Auto mode. While there are a few controls you can tweak, the FS7 is really geared to auto mode, or one of the many scene modes the camera provides. Read more

  4. DigitalVersus

    DigitalVersus
    6.0/10
    8 March 2009

    The FS7 is an elegant compact that is easy to use and which delivers decent photos. We regret however that Panasonic seems to focus more on the number of pixels (10 MP) than on the picture quality (image noise, white balance...) Read more

    • optical image stabilisation system and zoom 4x, solid build, automatic features, quick (start up time, AF)
    • no wide angle, zoom unavailable during video recording, white balalce indoors

  5. ePHOTOzine

    ePHOTOzine
    15 November 2011

    Continuing on with the line of fancy styling, the FS7 (Fancy Styling?) is a slinky silver number boasting a 10.1Mp resolution on a 1/2.5in sensor and a 2.7in LCD screen on a small body. Read more

    • Nice design, Good build quality, Nice lens, Fast performance
    • Colours are a little flat, Photographer is losing more control, Lack of space on the back, Noise is terrible at low settings

  6. Register Hardware

    Register Hardware
    8.0/10
    16 September 2009

    In a crowded market, the DMC-FS7 certainly stands out when it comes to looks and build quality, but in terms of features and performance, it’s pretty much par for the course. But it is very easy to use and many digital snappers will welcome this no-hassle camera. It’s also got some rather handy scene modes. Performance while good, is not exactly jaw-dropping, but we think few casual snappers will be disappointed. Read more

  7. TechRadar UK

    TechRadar UK
    8.0/10
    31 August 2009

    Image quality is excellent for a budget camera, with lovely colour, accurate exposure, very good sharpness and low image noise at high ISO settings. It's a very good buy at the price. Read more

    • Solid build, Good intelligent system, Optical image stabilization
    • Some image noise at lower ISO settings

  8. Digital Photography School

    Digital Photography School
    25 August 2009

    Two more cameras announced by Panasonic this week were the Panasonic DMC-FS7 and Panasonic DMC-FS6 . These two entry level point and shoot cameras have 4x optical zoom lenses (33mm at their widest focal length) with optical image stabilization. The Panasonic DMC-FS7 sports a 10.1 megapixel sensor while the FS6 has an 8.1 megapixel sensor. The FS7 also has a larger LCD (2.7 inches as compared to the FS6′s 2.5 inch LCD). Read more

  9. TrustedReviews

    TrustedReviews
    11 September 2009

    Panasonic has a well-earned reputation for making very good but very expensive high-performance compacts, but with the FS7 it has proven that it can bring the same level of quality to the mid-price market. It offers superb build quality, stylish and ergonomic design, ease of use and acceptably quick performance, combined with excellent image quality. Read more

  10. goodgearguide.com.au

    review.goodgearguide.com.au
    10 September 2009

    Panasonic's LUMIX DMC-FS7 is a compact digital camera that's simple to use, and it takes excellent photos. It has a minimal set of controls, it's small enough to slide into a side pocket, and it's well suited to taking photos at parties and other casual outings. The LUMIX DMC-FS7 is one of three different 10-megapixel cameras in Panasonic's compact range (the others being the LUMIX DMC-FS62-R and LUMIX DMC-FS42-K). Read more

    • Excellent focusing, crisp picture quality, easy to use, 25 scene modes
    • No built-in panorama mode

  • User Reviews

  1. I love it!

    Amazon
    10/10
    Reviewer: Consumer, Amazon
    19 March 2011

    I love this camera. The picture quality is much better than my old canon. It's pretty durable because it fell once from waist height onto a tiles floor and still works (this is what broke my canon). The color is beautiful. The intelligent image feature is great, especially there is a button to quickly change out of it. I really can't complain. Read more

  2. Excellent Camera For The In-Between User

    J&R
    10/10
    Reviewer: Traveling Sarah, J&R
    28 March 2010

    I recently went on a cruse to the Bahamas and wanted a complete upgrade from my old Canon A530. I did thorough research on cameras that did great in low light, action shots, and close ups without the bulk of a SLR for vacation. Like most people I directly went to well known brands (ie Canon, Sony) but was incredibly skeptical of the so-so reviews for the prices I saw. Read more

    • Good Image Stabilization, Good in Low Light, Great Zoom, Lightweight, Nice Body Color, Short Lag Time, Small compact, Various Customization
    • No Panoramic, No Video Zoom During Film

  3. Awesome Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 camera!

    Ebay
    10/10
    Reviewer: huff132, Ebay
    4 January 2012 See Product at eBay ($75.00)

    This is a great camera, even at 10 MP. The Leica lens really performs. I have been searching for an inexpensive camera that took clear pictures that were not fuzzy or out of focus. Finally, I found the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7A that takes clear, focused pictures even on Auto. So glad that I bought this camera! Read more or see product

  4. Great Camera, BUT

    Newegg
    4.0/10
    Reviewer: Freesky, Newegg
    11 January 2010

    Battery replacements is also expensive. In search for another camera that you can get parts for. Read more

    • Lots of features, nice large LCD, Internal memory 50MB enough to get first time camera user started.
    • The DC COUPLER (DMW-DCC4): for the Panasonic Digital Camera DMC-FS7 is hard to buy and is discontinued. The DC Coupler is required in part for AC household current. (A...

  5. unreliable

    epinions.com
    2.0/10
    Reviewer: rm3154, epinions.com
    24 August 2009

    Nice little camera with good features. But after 1 year, the little focusing motor in the lens Read more

    • easy to usedecent picture quality
    • unreliablepoor value for the money

  6. Just doesn't do it for me...

    Amazon
    6.0/10
    Reviewer: The Truth "How it is", Amazon
    4 February 2011

    I'm going to get slated for this review - I can just feel it; so let me start by saying I am no expert, I rarely take any photos and this is my first foray into the world of digital cameras. For me this Lumix just isn't intuitive enough. I find if fiddly and awkward to use and the menus hard to navigate - I guess I could overcome this by spending more time with the camera, but that's just not me. Read more

  7. Panasonic Lumix FS7: Oh Starry Starry Sky

    Dooyoo
    10/10
    Reviewer: sirg0508, Dooyoo
    11 September 2009

    Good quality camera taking good quality photos with a wide range of features Read more

    • Some great functions, very sturdy, good quality photos, great battery life
    • Not always perfect, lower quality motion pictures, saves in .MOV

  8. Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7

    CNET
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: smylee, CNET
    11 September 2009

    i've just had this for a few days, and i've tried out all the functions, and its very easy to use. the quality of the photos is nice, depicts true colour and absorbs light well. i really love the intelligent auto function, every photo is made better in terms of lighting, colour and focus. also comes in green, which is another reason why i love it so much. Read more

  9. Panasonic Lumix FS7 (10.1MP, 4x)

    Review Stop
    10/10
    Reviewer: UK Guest, Review Stop
    9 August 2011

    Simply stunning! Read more

  10. MyShopping.com.au

    MyShopping.com.au
    6.5/10
    Reviewer: MyShopping.com.au
    30 April 2009

    0 Read more

    • Eye-pleasing design, compact, simple navigation
    • Terrible noise in bad light situations, Shutter lag

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  • Manufacturer's Description

  • 10.1 Megapixel Digital Camera
  • Intelligent Auto Mode
  • Helps prevent shooting errors.
  • LEICA DC Vario-Elmar Lens
  • 35mm wide angle
  • Venus Engine IV
  • Up to ISO 1600 at full resolution.

Colorful designs with a playful, fashionable look. A camera that is easy to carry, easy to use, and easy to enjoy.

With iA Mode, taking a beautiful shot is as easy as pressing a button Just press the iA button, aim and shoot. The camera does all the rest, automatically activat…

Specifications

  • Format
    Compact
  • Max resolution
    3648 x 2736
  • Low resolution
    3648 x 2736, 3648 x 2432, 3648 x 2056, 2560 x 1920, 2560 x 1712, 2560 x 1440, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1360, 1920 x 1080, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480
  • Image ratio w:h
    16:9, 4:3, 3:2
  • Effective pixels
    10.1 million
  • Sensor photo detectors
    10.4 million
  • Sensor size
    1/2.5 " (5.75 x 4.31 mm, 0.24 cm²)
  • Pixel density
    41 MP/cm²

Release Date

  • First seen
    16 January 2009

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  • Camera randomly changes to extreme low resolutions

    I own the Lumix DMC-FS7 camera and have the problem that in a series of photos with the same settings, some photos are at the set resolution (in general the highest) and then at random some are at 848x480 pixels. This happens at both iA and standard mode while none of the settings have been altered. Anyone has this experience too? And what to do about it?!

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