Panasonic FX580 vs Sony RX100 V

Following is a detailed overview of the Panasonic FX580 and Sony RX100 V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the FX580 (12MP) and RX100 V (20MP) and the FX580 (1/2.3") and RX100 V (1") enjoy different sensor sizes.

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The FX580 was unveiled 8 years earlier than the RX100 V which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FX580 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 V being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the FX580 scores vs the RX100 V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FX580 Gallery and Sony RX100 V Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX580 provides outer 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) whilst the Sony RX100 V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") having a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FX580 and Sony RX100 V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the FX580 versus the RX100 V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FX580 and RX100 V is 95 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX580 and RX100 V.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FX580 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony RX100 V will offer extra detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged FX580 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.