Canon S120 vs Panasonic FX90

Below, we are analyzing the Canon S120 vs Panasonic FX90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S120 (12MP) and the FX90 (12MP) is very close but the S120 (1/1.7") and FX90 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The S120 was introduced 2 years later than the FX90 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the S120 matches up against the FX90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot S120 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The whole galleries are provided at Canon S120 Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon S120 comes with external measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Panasonic FX90 has proportions of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Compare the Canon S120 vs Panasonic FX90 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the S120 and the FX90.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S120 and FX90 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S120 and FX90.

As you can tell, each of these cameras posses the exact same megapixels but different sensor sizing. The S120 includes the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field less difficult. The fresher S120 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.