Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic SZ7

In this article, we will be looking at the Panasonic FX48 versus Panasonic SZ7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both built by Panasonic. The resolution of the FX48 (12MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FX48 was launched 3 years earlier than the SZ7 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FX48 grades against the SZ7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FX48 Gallery & Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FX48 offers external dimensions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ7 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the FX48 versus the SZ7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FX48 and SZ7 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through specifications. The image here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FX48 and SZ7.

To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Panasonic SZ7 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged FX48 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.