Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic FZ150

Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic FZ150, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FX75 (14MP) and the FZ150 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FX75 was launched 22 months prior to the FZ150 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FX75 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FX75 scores against the FZ150 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX75 Gallery and Panasonic FZ150 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FX75 features outer measurements of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ150 has dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic FZ150 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the FX75 vs the FZ150.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX75 and FZ150 is 94 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by checking technical specs. The pic below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FX75 and FZ150.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic FX75 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged FX75 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.