Panasonic FX48 vs Panasonic ZS10

Here is a thorough review of the Panasonic FX48 and Panasonic ZS10, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FX48 (12MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FX48 was launched 24 months earlier than the ZS10 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the FX48 grades vs the ZS10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX48 Gallery & Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX48 provides outside measurements of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS10 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FX48 and Panasonic ZS10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the FX48 and the ZS10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FX48 and ZS10 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FX48 and ZS10.

As you can see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic ZS10 to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The older FX48 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.