Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic ZS50

Let's take a more detailed look at the Panasonic FX580 and Panasonic ZS50, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the FX580 (12MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FX580 was brought out 7 years earlier than the ZS50 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the FX580 grades versus the ZS50 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX580 Gallery & Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FX580 offers outer dimensions 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 ZS50 has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FX580 and Panasonic ZS50 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the FX580 and the ZS50.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FX580 and ZS50 is 95 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The graphic here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FX580 and ZS50.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution so you can expect similar quality of photos however you should always consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The older FX580 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.