Panasonic FX48 vs Sony HX10V

In this article, we are contrasting the Panasonic FX48 vs Sony HX10V, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the FX48 (12MP) and HX10V (18MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FX48 was introduced 4 years before the HX10V which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the FX48 matches up vs the HX10V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FX48 Gallery & Sony HX10V Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX48 offers external measurements 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 Sony HX10V has sizing of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FX48 vs Sony HX10V in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the FX48 against the HX10V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX48 and HX10V is 95 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The image here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FX48 and HX10V.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony HX10V to result in greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged FX48 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.