Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic S2

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Panasonic FX75 and Panasonic S2, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the FX75 (14MP) and the S2 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FX75 was manufactured 19 months before the S2 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the FX75 grades against the S2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FX75 Gallery & Panasonic S2 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX75 provides outside 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 S2 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FX75 and Panasonic S2 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the FX75 and the S2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX75 and S2 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The visual here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FX75 and S2.

Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photos however you have to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The older FX75 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.