Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic S3
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Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic S3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 149g - 102 x 56 x 22mm
- Announced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Launched January 2011
Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic S3 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic S3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FX90 (12MP) and the S3 (14MP) is very comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe FX90 was introduced 8 months later than the S3 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the FX90 grades versus the S3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic S3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FX90 Gallery & Panasonic S3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX90 over the Panasonic S3
FX90 | S3 | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | January 2011 | More recent by 8 months | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S3 over the Panasonic FX90
S3 | FX90 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FX90 and Panasonic S3
FX90 | S3 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic S3 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FX90 features outer dimensions of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic S3 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
See the Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic S3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the FX90 compared to the S3.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FX90 and S3 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic S3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through specifications. The visual below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FX90 and S3.
Plainly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic S3 to produce extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The newer FX90 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic S3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-08-26 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.5-5.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.90 m | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 149g (0.33 lb) | 117g (0.26 lb) |
Dimensions | 102 x 56 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 shots | 250 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $227 | $110 |