Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic ZS45

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic FX90 and Panasonic ZS45, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are produced by Panasonic. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the FX90 (12MP) and ZS45 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FX90 was introduced 4 years prior to the ZS45 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the FX90 scores versus the ZS45 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FX90 Gallery & Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX90 provides exterior dimensions of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS45 has sizing of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FX90 and Panasonic ZS45 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the FX90 and the ZS45.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FX90 and ZS45 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The graphic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX90 and ZS45.

All in all, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic ZS45 to render extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs more aggressively. The older FX90 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.