Panasonic FH5 vs Sony HX9V

Let's examine more closely at the Panasonic FH5 versus Sony HX9V, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH5 (16MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH5 was introduced 6 months prior to the HX9V so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the FH5 scores vs the HX9V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH5 Gallery & Sony HX9V Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH5 offers outer measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Sony HX9V has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH5 versus Sony HX9V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the FH5 against the HX9V.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FH5 and HX9V is 96 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements just by checking specs. The photograph below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FH5 and HX9V.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you can expect similar quality of files but you might want to take the launch date of the products into consideration.