Panasonic FX48 vs Sony WX150

Below, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FX48 versus Sony WX150, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the FX48 (12MP) and WX150 (18MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FX48 was introduced 4 years before the WX150 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the FX48 matches up versus the WX150 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FX48 Gallery & Sony WX150 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX48 has exterior dimensions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony WX150 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FX48 versus Sony WX150 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the FX48 against the WX150.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FX48 and WX150 is 95 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching specs. The photograph here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FX48 and WX150.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony WX150 to provide you with extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older FX48 will be behind in sensor tech.