Panasonic FX580 vs Sony RX1

Following is a complete review of the Panasonic FX580 and Sony RX1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the FX580 (12MP) and RX1 (24MP) and the FX580 (1/2.3") and RX1 (Full frame) have different sensor dimensions.

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The FX580 was introduced 5 years prior to the RX1 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FX580 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the FX580 scores against the RX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FX580 Gallery and Sony RX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX580 provides outside dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony RX1 has measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FX580 and Sony RX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the FX580 versus the RX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FX580 and RX1 is 95 and 79 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The picture underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX580 and RX1.

Plainly, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FX580 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Sony RX1 will give extra detail using its extra 12MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged FX580 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.