Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic SZ5

Lets look much closer at the Panasonic FX78 versus Panasonic SZ5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FX78 (12MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is pretty similar and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FX78 was revealed 18 months before the SZ5 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the FX78 matches up vs the SZ5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FX78 Gallery and Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX78 comes with outside measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ5 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FX78 versus Panasonic SZ5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the FX78 and the SZ5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX78 and SZ5 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FX78 and SZ5.

Plainly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic SZ5 to deliver greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The older FX78 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.