Panasonic FX580 vs Sony WX70

The following is a extended review of the Panasonic FX580 versus Sony WX70, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the FX580 (12MP) and WX70 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FX580 was launched 4 years earlier than the WX70 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the FX580 scores vs the WX70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FX580 Gallery and Sony WX70 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FX580 comes with external dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony WX70 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FX580 versus Sony WX70 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the FX580 against the WX70.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FX580 and WX70 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through technical specs. The picture here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FX580 and WX70.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony WX70 to provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged FX580 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.