Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic FZ150

Here is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic FX48 and Panasonic FZ150, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FX48 (12MP) and the FZ150 (12MP) is relatively similar and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FX48 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the FZ150 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FX48 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the FX48 grades versus the FZ150 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX48 Gallery and Panasonic FZ150 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FX48 features outside dimensions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ150 has specifications of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FX48 and Panasonic FZ150 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the FX48 compared to the FZ150.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX48 and FZ150 is 95 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The photograph here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FX48 and FZ150.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures although you should take the production date of the products into consideration. The older FX48 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.