Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic FX90

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Panasonic S5 and Panasonic FX90, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are sold by Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the S5 (24MP) and FX90 (12MP) and the S5 (Full frame) and FX90 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The S5 was released 9 years after the FX90 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FX90 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S5 scores against the FX90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic S5 Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S5 provides exterior dimensions of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) while the Panasonic FX90 has dimensions of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Check the Panasonic S5 and Panasonic FX90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the S5 vs the FX90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S5 and FX90 is 60 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The image underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S5 and FX90.

All in all, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S5 due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic S5 will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The fresher S5 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.