Panasonic FX48 vs Sony W370
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Panasonic FX48 vs Sony W370 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
- Launched January 2009
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FX40
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
- 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
- Announced January 2010
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Its time to examine more in depth at the Panasonic FX48 and Sony W370, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FX48 (12MP) and the W370 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe FX48 was introduced 11 months earlier than the W370 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the FX48 matches up versus the W370 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX48 Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX48 over the Sony W370
| FX48 | W370 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Panasonic FX48
| W370 | FX48 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2010 | January 2009 | More recent by 11 months | |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Panasonic FX48 and Sony W370
| FX48 | W370 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
| Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FX48 vs Sony W370 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FX48 enjoys exterior measurements of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Sony W370 has dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the FX48 against the W370.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FX48 and W370 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FX48 vs Sony W370 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FX48 and W370.
As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony W370 to produce greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older FX48 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FX48 vs Sony W370 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 |
| Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FX40 | - |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2009-01-27 | 2010-01-07 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 34-238mm (7.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.6-5.6 |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.5" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 2s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/3000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.00 m | 5.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure 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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 150g (0.33 lb) | 179g (0.39 lb) |
| Dimensions | 95 x 53 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 ID | - | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch cost | $325 | $230 |