Panasonic FX78 vs Sony WX80

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FX78 and Sony WX80, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the FX78 (12MP) and WX80 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FX78 was revealed 23 months earlier than the WX80 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FX78 scores vs the WX80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FX78 Gallery & Sony WX80 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FX78 offers physical measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony WX80 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FX78 and Sony WX80 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the FX78 versus the WX80.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FX78 and WX80 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The picture below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FX78 and WX80.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony WX80 to deliver greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged FX78 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.