Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic FZ200

Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic FX48 and Panasonic FZ200, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FX48 (12MP) and the FZ200 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FX48 was launched 4 years prior to the FZ200 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FX48 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the FX48 scores against the FZ200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FX48 Gallery & Panasonic FZ200 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FX48 offers external dimensions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ200 has specifications of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") having a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the FX48 vs the FZ200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FX48 and FZ200 is 95 and 65 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through specifications. The pic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX48 and FZ200.

To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files though you need to take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged FX48 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.