Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic FZ300

Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic FX78 and Panasonic FZ300, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FX78 (12MP) and the FZ300 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FX78 was brought out 5 years before the FZ300 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FX78 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FX78 matches up vs the FZ300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FX78 Gallery & Panasonic FZ300 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FX78 has got physical dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ300 has dimensions of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") having a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the FX78 vs the FZ300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FX78 and FZ300 is 95 and 59 respectively.

Often, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over specifications. The graphic below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX78 and FZ300.

To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures however you should always take the age of the products into consideration. The older FX78 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.