Panasonic FH5 vs Sony HX90V

Here is a extended analysis of the Panasonic FH5 vs Sony HX90V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH5 (16MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH5 was released 5 years earlier than the HX90V and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick summation of how the FH5 grades vs the HX90V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FH5 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH5 has got exterior dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while 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).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH5 vs Sony HX90V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the FH5 compared to the HX90V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH5 and HX90V is 96 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at specs. The visual underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FH5 and HX90V.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony HX90V to give greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older FH5 is going to be behind in sensor technology.