Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic SZ1

Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic FX90 versus Panasonic SZ1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both produced by Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the FX90 (12MP) and SZ1 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FX90 was introduced 4 months prior to the SZ1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the FX90 scores vs the SZ1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FX90 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX90 has got external dimensions of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ1 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FX90 versus Panasonic SZ1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the FX90 compared to the SZ1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX90 and SZ1 is 95 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The picture below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX90 and SZ1.

All in all, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic SZ1 to offer greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively.