Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX7

Ultra-compact digital camera with Leica optics

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX7
68/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 14
Performance 13
Durability 13
Price 15
Usability 13
Brand Panasonic
Model DMC-FX7

Key Features

SENSOR 1/2.5-inch CCD sensor with 5.0 megapixels
PROCESSOR Venus Engine II for fast response and image processing
AUTOFOCUS 9-point contrast detection AF system
PHASE DETECTION Not available on this model
VIDEO VGA 640x480 at 30fps in QuickTime format
STABILIZATION MEGA O.I.S. optical image stabilization
BURST RATE 3 frames per second, up to 7 images
VIEWFINDER None, relies on rear LCD
DISPLAY 2.5-inch TFT LCD, 114,000 pixels, fixed
CONNECTIVITY USB 2.0, AV out
MEMORY CARD SD Memory Card slot
WEATHER SEALING None, plastic and metal construction
BATTERY LIFE Approx. 150 shots per charge, CGA-S004E

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX7

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ✓ Present
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ~ Limited Via menu
Dedicated ISO Button ✗ Not Present
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ✗ Not Present
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ✗ Not Present
AF-ON Button ✗ Not Present
Main Command Dial ✗ Not Present
Sub-Command Dial ✗ Not Present
Function (Fn) Buttons ✗ Not Present
Joystick / Multi-selector ✓ Present 4-way directional pad
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✓ Present
Monitor Mode Button ✓ Present Display button
Video Record Button ✗ Not Present Via mode dial
Drive Mode Control ~ Limited Via menu

How-to Use Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX7

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX7 Exposure Indicators

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.

Learn & Master Photography with Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX7

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Technical Specification

Sensor 1/2.5-inch CCD
Resolution 5.0 Megapixels
ISO Range 80-400
Autofocus 9-point contrast detect
Shutter Speed 8s - 1/2000s
Burst Rate 3 fps
Video 640x480 @ 30fps
Stabilization MEGA O.I.S.
Viewfinder None
LCD 2.5-inch TFT
Memory Card SD
Connectivity USB 2.0
Battery Life 150 shots
Weight 160g
Dimensions 94 x 50 x 24 mm