Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic XS1

Here, we are looking at the Panasonic FX90 and Panasonic XS1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both created by Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the FX90 (12MP) and XS1 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FX90 was revealed 16 months before the XS1 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the FX90 scores against the XS1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FX90 Gallery and Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FX90 has exterior 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 XS1 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FX90 and Panasonic XS1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the FX90 against the XS1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FX90 and XS1 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements only by checking specs. The visual here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FX90 and XS1.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic XS1 to resolve extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older FX90 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.