Panasonic FX700 vs Sony WX50

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic FX700 vs Sony WX50, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FX700 (14MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FX700 was manufactured 18 months earlier than the WX50 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the FX700 grades vs the WX50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FX700 Gallery & Sony WX50 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX700 has got exterior dimensions 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 WX50 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the FX700 vs the WX50.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FX700 and WX50 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by going over specs. The pic below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FX700 and WX50.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony WX50 to deliver greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FX700 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.