Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic FX78

The following is a extensive comparison of the Olympus XZ-10 versus Panasonic FX78, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the XZ-10 (12MP) and the FX78 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The XZ-10 was announced 2 years after the FX78 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the XZ-10 matches up versus the FX78 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus XZ-10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The whole galleries are available at Olympus XZ-10 Gallery & Panasonic FX78 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus XZ-10 comes with external dimensions of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX78 has specifications of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the XZ-10 versus the FX78.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the XZ-10 and FX78 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through specs. The pic below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the XZ-10 and FX78.

All in all, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you will need to consider the age of the cameras into account. The newer XZ-10 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.