Nikon D4 vs Panasonic FX75

Here is a detailed overview of the Nikon D4 and Panasonic FX75, one being a Pro DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the D4 (16MP) and the FX75 (14MP) is very similar but the D4 (Full frame) and FX75 (1/2.3") possess different sensor measurements.

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The D4 was brought out 20 months later than the FX75 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon D4 being a Large SLR camera and the Panasonic FX75 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the D4 scores versus the FX75 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D4 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D4 Gallery and Panasonic FX75 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and size. The Nikon D4 has got physical measurements of 160mm x 157mm x 91mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs) while the Panasonic FX75 has specifications of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon D4 and Panasonic FX75 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the D4 compared to the FX75.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the D4 and FX75 is 50 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The visual below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the D4 and FX75.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The D4 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Nikon D4 will deliver more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern D4 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.