Panasonic FX700 vs Sony S980
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Panasonic FX700 vs Sony S980 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 176g - 104 x 56 x 25mm
- Announced July 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched February 2009
Photography Glossary Panasonic FX700 vs Sony S980 Overview
The following is a complete comparison of the Panasonic FX700 vs Sony S980, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FX700 (14MP) and the S980 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe FX700 was manufactured 18 months after the S980 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the FX700 scores against the S980 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX700 Gallery & Sony S980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX700 over the Sony S980
| FX700 | S980 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | July 2010 |  | February 2009 | Newer by 18 months |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony S980 over the Panasonic FX700
| S980 | FX700 |
|---|
Common features in the Panasonic FX700 and Sony S980
| FX700 | S980 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen |
Panasonic FX700 vs Sony S980 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX700 has got outer measurements of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony S980 has sizing of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the FX700 versus the S980.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX700 and S980 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FX700 vs Sony S980 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through specifications. The pic below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FX700 and S980.
Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic FX700 to show more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern FX700 should have an advantage in sensor tech.
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Panasonic FX700 vs Sony S980 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2010-07-21 | 2009-02-17 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.2-5.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
| Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.40 m | 3.50 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 176 grams (0.39 pounds) | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 104 x 56 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail cost | $399 | $300 |