Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic XS1

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FX580 and Panasonic XS1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both built by Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the FX580 (12MP) and XS1 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FX580 was announced 5 years prior to the XS1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the FX580 scores vs the XS1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX580 Gallery & Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FX580 features exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic XS1 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") and a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the FX580 versus the XS1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FX580 and XS1 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching technical specs. The picture here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FX580 and XS1.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic XS1 to render more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged FX580 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.