Canon S95 vs Panasonic FX90

On this page, we are reviewing the Canon S95 versus Panasonic FX90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S95 (10MP) and the FX90 (12MP) is fairly similar but the S95 (1/1.7") and FX90 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S95 was revealed 9 months before the FX90 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the S95 matches up against the FX90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot S95 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The full galleries are available at Canon S95 Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon S95 features outside measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Panasonic FX90 has measurements of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Look at the Canon S95 versus Panasonic FX90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the S95 against the FX90.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S95 and FX90 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S95 and FX90.

Clearly, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S95 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic FX90 will offer you greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images more aggressively. The older S95 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.