Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic S1

In this article, we are matching up the Panasonic FX48 versus Panasonic S1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FX48 (12MP) and the S1 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FX48 was released 23 months before the S1 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the FX48 grades versus the S1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX48 Gallery and Panasonic S1 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX48 comes with outer measurements of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic S1 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FX48 versus Panasonic S1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the FX48 vs the S1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FX48 and S1 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The image below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FX48 and S1.

Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of photos though you may want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged FX48 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.