Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic FX78
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Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic FX78 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 167g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FX550
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 142g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FX77
Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic FX78 Overview
In this article, we will be matching up the Panasonic FX580 versus Panasonic FX78, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are offered by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FX580 (12MP) and the FX78 (12MP) is pretty close and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe FX580 was revealed 24 months before the FX78 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the FX580 scores vs the FX78 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic FX78 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FX580 Gallery and Panasonic FX78 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX580 over the Panasonic FX78
FX580 | FX78 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FX78 over the Panasonic FX580
FX78 | FX580 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | January 2009 | More modern by 24 months | |
Screen sizing | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FX580 and Panasonic FX78
FX580 | FX78 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic FX78 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FX580 features exterior dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Panasonic FX78 has specifications of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic FX580 versus Panasonic FX78 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the FX580 compared to the FX78.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX580 and FX78 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic FX78 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by viewing specifications. The pic underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FX580 and FX78.
Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you should really factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged FX580 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic FX78 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic FX78 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FX550 | Lumix DMC-FX77 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-01-27 | 2011-01-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1400s |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 167g (0.37 lbs) | 142g (0.31 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 life | - | 200 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $499 | $210 |