Panasonic FX78 vs Sony WX50

Let's look more in depth at the Panasonic FX78 versus Sony WX50, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the FX78 (12MP) and WX50 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FX78 was unveiled 12 months before the WX50 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the FX78 matches up against the WX50 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX78 Gallery & Sony WX50 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX78 has physical measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony WX50 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the FX78 and the WX50.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FX78 and WX50 is 95 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements merely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FX78 and WX50.

As you can see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Sony WX50 to provide extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older FX78 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.