Panasonic FX90 vs Sony S2100

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Panasonic FX90 versus Sony S2100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FX90 (12MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FX90 was introduced 20 months after the S2100 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FX90 matches up vs the S2100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX90 Gallery & Sony S2100 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX90 offers external measurements of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony S2100 has sizing of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

See the Panasonic FX90 versus Sony S2100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the FX90 compared to the S2100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FX90 and S2100 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FX90 and S2100.

Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files but you would want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern FX90 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.