Panasonic FX580 vs Sony WX500

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Panasonic FX580 versus Sony WX500, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the FX580 (12MP) and WX500 (18MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FX580 was brought out 7 years prior to the WX500 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the FX580 scores versus the WX500 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FX580 Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX580 has got exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony WX500 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FX580 versus Sony WX500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the FX580 against the WX500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX580 and WX500 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over specifications. The picture underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FX580 and WX500.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony WX500 to offer you extra detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The more aged FX580 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.