Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic FX90
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Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic FX90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F1.8-2.7) lens
- 221g - 102 x 61 x 34mm
- Introduced January 2013
(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
- Launched August 2011

Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic FX90 Overview
Here is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic FX90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the XZ-10 (12MP) and the FX90 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The XZ-10 was released 18 months later than the FX90 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the XZ-10 matches up versus the FX90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic FX90 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus XZ-10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The complete galleries are available at Olympus XZ-10 Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus XZ-10 over the Panasonic FX90
XZ-10 | FX90 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2011 | Fresher by 18 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX90 over the Olympus XZ-10
FX90 | XZ-10 |
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Common features in the Olympus XZ-10 and Panasonic FX90
XZ-10 | FX90 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic FX90 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Olympus XZ-10 has got outer measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX90 has specifications of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Look at the Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic FX90 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the XZ-10 versus the FX90.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the XZ-10 and FX90 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic FX90 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the XZ-10 and FX90.
As you can see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos though you should really consider the release date of the products into consideration. The newer XZ-10 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic FX90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic FX90 Specifications
Olympus Stylus XZ-10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus Stylus XZ-10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-01-30 | 2011-08-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 35 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.8-2.7 | f/2.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 920 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps, 18Mbps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps, 9Mbps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 221 grams (0.49 lb) | 149 grams (0.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 61 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 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 | 240 shots | 200 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | Li-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $428 | $227 |