Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic FX90

Below is a extensive overview of the Panasonic FX580 and Panasonic FX90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FX580 (12MP) and the FX90 (12MP) is very similar and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FX580 was brought out 3 years prior to the FX90 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the FX580 grades against the FX90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FX580 Gallery & Panasonic FX90 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX580 provides physical measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic FX90 has sizing of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the FX580 versus the FX90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX580 and FX90 is 95 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over technical specs. The visual below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FX580 and FX90.

As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photos however you might want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The older FX580 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.