Panasonic FX78 vs Sony WX70

Its time to look closer at the Panasonic FX78 versus Sony WX70, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the FX78 (12MP) and WX70 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FX78 was launched 12 months before the WX70 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FX78 grades vs the WX70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX78 Gallery & Sony WX70 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX78 enjoys external dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony WX70 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FX78 versus Sony WX70 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the FX78 against the WX70.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FX78 and WX70 is 95 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements only by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FX78 and WX70.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony WX70 to render extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The older FX78 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.