FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic FX48

Let's take a more detailed look at the FujiFilm AV200 versus Panasonic FX48, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the AV200 (14MP) and the FX48 (12MP) is very close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AV200 was launched 24 months later than the FX48 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the AV200 grades vs the FX48 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix AV200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm AV200 Gallery & Panasonic FX48 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm AV200 has got outside measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic FX48 has proportions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm AV200 versus Panasonic FX48 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the AV200 versus the FX48.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the AV200 and FX48 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to see the difference in sensor measurements just by looking through technical specs. The graphic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the AV200 and FX48.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the FujiFilm AV200 to result in more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern AV200 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.