Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic FX90
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Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic FX90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 142g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Launched January 2011
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FX77
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 149g - 102 x 56 x 22mm
- Announced August 2011
Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic FX90 Overview
In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FX78 versus Panasonic FX90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are built by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FX78 (12MP) and the FX90 (12MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe FX78 was brought out 7 months earlier than the FX90 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the FX78 matches up against the FX90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic FX90 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FX78 Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX78 over the Panasonic FX90
FX78 | FX90 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX90 over the Panasonic FX78
FX90 | FX78 | |||
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Announced | August 2011 | January 2011 | Newer by 7 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FX78 and Panasonic FX90
FX78 | FX90 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic FX90 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FX78 provides outside measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX90 has specifications of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
See the Panasonic FX78 versus Panasonic FX90 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the FX78 versus the FX90.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FX78 and FX90 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic FX90 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FX78 and FX90.
As you can tell, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files however you will need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged FX78 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic FX90 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FX77 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-25 | 2011-08-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | - |
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 | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.5-5.9 | f/2.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 5.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 | 142 gr (0.31 lbs) | 149 gr (0.33 lbs) |
Dimensions | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 102 x 56 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 200 images | 200 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $210 | $227 |