Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic SZ10

Here is a complete assessment of the Panasonic FX90 and Panasonic SZ10, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the FX90 (12MP) and SZ10 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FX90 was introduced 4 years prior to the SZ10 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the FX90 scores versus the SZ10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX90 Gallery & Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX90 comes with external measurements of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ10 has measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the FX90 against the SZ10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FX90 and SZ10 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FX90 and SZ10.

As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Panasonic SZ10 to resolve greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older FX90 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.