Panasonic FX78 vs Sony RX10 II

Here, we are evaluating the Panasonic FX78 and Sony RX10 II, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the FX78 (12MP) and RX10 II (20MP) and the FX78 (1/2.3") and RX10 II (1") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The FX78 was revealed 5 years before the RX10 II and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FX78 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX10 II being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FX78 grades against the RX10 II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FX78 Gallery and Sony RX10 II Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX78 has exterior dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony RX10 II has proportions of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") and a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FX78 and Sony RX10 II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the FX78 versus the RX10 II.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FX78 and RX10 II is 95 and 58 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The visual here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FX78 and RX10 II.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FX78 having a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Sony RX10 II will deliver extra detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older FX78 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.