Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic ZS1

Lets look a little more in depth at the Panasonic FX90 and Panasonic ZS1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Panasonic. The resolution of the FX90 (12MP) and the ZS1 (10MP) is fairly close but the FX90 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") offer totally different sensor size.

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The FX90 was announced 2 years later than the ZS1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FX90 grades versus the ZS1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FX90 Gallery and Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FX90 has got physical dimensions of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS1 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FX90 and Panasonic ZS1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the FX90 compared to the ZS1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FX90 and ZS1 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FX90 and ZS1.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The FX90 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic FX90 will result in greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent FX90 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.