Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic SZ3
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Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic SZ3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 165g - 103 x 55 x 23mm
- Launched June 2010
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FX70
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Released January 2013
Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic SZ3 Overview
Following is a thorough assessment of the Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic SZ3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both created by Panasonic. The resolution of the FX75 (14MP) and the SZ3 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe FX75 was brought out 3 years before the SZ3 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FX75 grades vs the SZ3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic SZ3 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FX75 Gallery & Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX75 over the Panasonic SZ3
FX75 | SZ3 | |||
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Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ3 over the Panasonic FX75
SZ3 | FX75 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | June 2010 | More modern by 31 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FX75 and Panasonic SZ3
FX75 | SZ3 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic SZ3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FX75 has got outer dimensions of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ3 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic SZ3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the FX75 compared to the SZ3.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX75 and SZ3 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic SZ3 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The image below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX75 and SZ3.
To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic SZ3 to deliver greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged FX75 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic SZ3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FX70 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-06-01 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine HD II | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.2-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.40 m | 4.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 165 grams (0.36 pounds) | 126 grams (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 55 x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (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 | ||
Battery life | - | 250 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $139 | $150 |