Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic SZ8

The following is a in depth analysis of the Panasonic FX700 and Panasonic SZ8, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Panasonic. The resolution of the FX700 (14MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FX700 was revealed 4 years before the SZ8 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the FX700 scores vs the SZ8 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FX700 Gallery and Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX700 enjoys exterior measurements of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ8 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FX700 and Panasonic SZ8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the FX700 and the SZ8.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FX700 and SZ8 is 94 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by checking out a spec sheet. The picture here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FX700 and SZ8.

Clearly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic SZ8 to show extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FX700 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.