Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic FZ300

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic FX75 versus Panasonic FZ300, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the FX75 (14MP) and the FZ300 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FX75 was manufactured 6 years earlier than the FZ300 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FX75 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the FX75 scores against the FZ300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX75 Gallery and Panasonic FZ300 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX75 features external dimensions of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ300 has sizing of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") with a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FX75 versus Panasonic FZ300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the FX75 versus the FZ300.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FX75 and FZ300 is 94 and 59 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through specs. The photograph here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX75 and FZ300.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic FX75 to give you more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older FX75 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.