Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony HX90V

Following is a extensive assessment of the Panasonic 3D1 versus Sony HX90V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the 3D1 (12MP) and HX90V (18MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 3D1 was revealed 4 years before the HX90V which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the 3D1 matches up versus the HX90V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The full galleries are available at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic 3D1 has external measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony HX90V has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic 3D1 versus Sony HX90V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the 3D1 vs the HX90V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 3D1 and HX90V is 93 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading technical specs. The pic here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 3D1 and HX90V.

As you can tell, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony HX90V to deliver extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged 3D1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.