Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony HX99

Here, we will be matching up the Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony HX99, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the 3D1 (12MP) and HX99 (18MP) and the 3D1 (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 3D1 was unveiled 7 years before the HX99 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the 3D1 grades vs the HX99 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The full galleries are available at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery and Sony HX99 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic 3D1 has outside measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony HX99 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

See the Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony HX99 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the 3D1 vs the HX99.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the 3D1 and HX99 is 93 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The visual below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 3D1 and HX99.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 3D1 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony HX99 will offer more detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older 3D1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.