Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic ZS10

Here is a detailed analysis of the Panasonic FX90 and Panasonic ZS10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are built by Panasonic. The resolution of the FX90 (12MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is very well matched and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FX90 was manufactured 8 months later than the ZS10 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the FX90 scores against the ZS10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX90 Gallery and Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX90 comes with outside 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 ZS10 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FX90 and Panasonic ZS10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the FX90 compared to the ZS10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX90 and ZS10 is 95 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading through specifications. The visual below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX90 and ZS10.

Plainly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS10 to give you more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern FX90 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.