Canon SX610 HS vs Panasonic FX90
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Canon SX610 HS vs Panasonic FX90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.8-6.9) lens
- 191g - 105 x 61 x 27mm
- Launched January 2015
- Replaced the Canon SX600 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 149g - 102 x 56 x 22mm
- Announced August 2011
Canon SX610 HS vs Panasonic FX90 Overview
The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon SX610 HS and Panasonic FX90, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and FX90 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SX610 HS was unveiled 3 years after the FX90 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the SX610 HS scores against the FX90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SX610 HS vs Panasonic FX90 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The full galleries are available at Canon SX610 HS Gallery & Panasonic FX90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX610 HS over the Panasonic FX90
SX610 HS | FX90 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | August 2011 | Newer by 41 months | |
Manually focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display resolution | 922k | 460k | Clearer display (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX90 over the Canon SX610 HS
FX90 | SX610 HS | |||
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Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX610 HS and Panasonic FX90
SX610 HS | FX90 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Canon SX610 HS vs Panasonic FX90 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX610 HS has outer measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX90 has sizing of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check the Canon SX610 HS and Panasonic FX90 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SX610 HS and the FX90.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX610 HS and FX90 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Canon SX610 HS vs Panasonic FX90 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading through technical specs. The pic underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX610 HS and FX90.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon SX610 HS to give you more detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The younger SX610 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
Canon SX610 HS vs Panasonic FX90 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SX610 HS vs Panasonic FX90 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2015-01-06 | 2011-08-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.8-6.9 | f/2.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 922k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.5 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 191 grams (0.42 lbs) | 149 grams (0.33 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 61 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 102 x 56 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 shots | 200 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $214 | $227 |