Panasonic FX78 vs Sony NEX-C3

Let's take a more detailed look at the Panasonic FX78 versus Sony NEX-C3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the FX78 (12MP) and NEX-C3 (16MP) and the FX78 (1/2.3") and NEX-C3 (APS-C) possess different sensor measurements.

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The FX78 was announced 6 months prior to the NEX-C3 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FX78 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the FX78 grades against the NEX-C3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 and Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX78 Gallery and Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX78 comes with exterior measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-C3 has sizing of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FX78 versus Sony NEX-C3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the FX78 and the NEX-C3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FX78 and NEX-C3 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing technical specs. The visual underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FX78 and NEX-C3.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FX78 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Sony NEX-C3 will show extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively.