Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic SZ8
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Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic SZ8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Increase 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
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FX40
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 159g - 100 x 60 x 27mm
- Released January 2014
Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic SZ8 Overview
In this write-up, we are looking at the Panasonic FX48 and Panasonic SZ8, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both produced by Panasonic. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the FX48 (12MP) and SZ8 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FX48 was announced 6 years prior to the SZ8 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the FX48 scores versus the SZ8 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic SZ8 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX48 Gallery & Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX48 over the Panasonic SZ8
FX48 | SZ8 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ8 over the Panasonic FX48
SZ8 | FX48 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | January 2009 | More recent by 60 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FX48 and Panasonic SZ8
FX48 | SZ8 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic SZ8 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX48 features 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) and the Panasonic SZ8 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FX48 and Panasonic SZ8 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the FX48 versus the SZ8.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FX48 and SZ8 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic SZ8 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX48 and SZ8.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic SZ8 to deliver greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images far more aggressively. The older FX48 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic SZ8 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FX40 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-01-27 | 2014-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 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 Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/3000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 5.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 150 grams (0.33 lbs) | 159 grams (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 53 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 100 x 60 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 200 photographs |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $325 | $275 |