Canon 5D vs Panasonic FX78

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Canon 5D versus Panasonic FX78, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 5D (13MP) and the FX78 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the 5D (Full frame) and FX78 (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The 5D was unveiled 6 years before the FX78 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon 5D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic FX78 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the 5D grades versus the FX78 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 5D & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The full galleries are available at Canon 5D Gallery & Panasonic FX78 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you have to think about its weight and size. The Canon 5D features outside measurements of 152mm x 113mm x 75mm (6.0" x 4.4" x 3.0") with a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) and the Panasonic FX78 has specifications of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 5D versus Panasonic FX78 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the 5D vs the FX78.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 5D and FX78 is 55 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 5D and FX78.

Clearly, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 5D with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Canon 5D will provide extra detail having an extra 1MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged 5D will be behind in sensor technology.