Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic G10

Here is a complete analysis of the Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic G10, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both built by Panasonic. The resolution of the FX90 (12MP) and the G10 (12MP) is fairly close but the FX90 (1/2.3") and G10 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor sizes.

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The FX90 was revealed 13 months later than the G10 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FX90 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the FX90 grades versus the G10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FX90 Gallery & Panasonic G10 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX90 has external measurements of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G10 has measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") with a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the FX90 and the G10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FX90 and G10 is 95 and 72 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FX90 and G10.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact resolution but different sensor sizing. The FX90 has got the smaller sensor which should make getting shallow DOF more challenging. The younger FX90 should have an edge in sensor innovation.