Panasonic FX48 vs Sony H55

Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FX48 and Sony H55, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FX48 (12MP) and the H55 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FX48 was introduced 16 months before the H55 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a short introduction of how the FX48 matches up vs the H55 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FX48 Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FX48 features outside dimensions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony H55 has dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FX48 and Sony H55 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the FX48 and the H55.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FX48 and H55 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The graphic here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FX48 and H55.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony H55 to offer greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older FX48 is going to be behind in sensor tech.