Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic SZ1
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Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic SZ1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 150g - 95 x 53 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FX40
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 131g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Announced January 2012
Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic SZ1 Overview
The following is a extensive comparison of the Panasonic FX48 versus Panasonic SZ1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both built by Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the FX48 (12MP) and SZ1 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe FX48 was manufactured 3 years before the SZ1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the FX48 scores versus the SZ1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic SZ1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FX48 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX48 over the Panasonic SZ1
FX48 | SZ1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ1 over the Panasonic FX48
SZ1 | FX48 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | January 2009 | Newer by 35 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Panasonic FX48 and Panasonic SZ1
FX48 | SZ1 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic SZ1 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX48 offers external 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) while the Panasonic SZ1 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FX48 versus Panasonic SZ1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FX48 vs the SZ1.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FX48 and SZ1 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic SZ1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions simply by going through specifications. The picture below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FX48 and SZ1.
To sum up, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic SZ1 to produce greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged FX48 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic SZ1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FX40 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-01-27 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 150 grams (0.33 pounds) | 131 grams (0.29 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 53 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 pictures |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $325 | $179 |