Panasonic FZ1000 II vs Sony H70

Here is a complete comparison of the Panasonic FZ1000 II vs Sony H70, one being a Large Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the FZ1000 II (20MP) and H70 (16MP) and the FZ1000 II (1") and H70 (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The FZ1000 II was launched 8 years later than the H70 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ1000 II being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony H70 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the FZ1000 II matches up vs the H70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ1000 II Gallery and Sony H70 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ1000 II has got exterior dimensions of 136mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") along with a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs) and the Sony H70 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ1000 II vs Sony H70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the FZ1000 II and the H70.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ1000 II and H70 is 55 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by going over specifications. The photograph here will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ1000 II and H70.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FZ1000 II due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic FZ1000 II will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The fresher FZ1000 II should have an advantage in sensor technology.