Panasonic FH6 vs Sony HX99

On this page, we are analyzing the Panasonic FH6 vs Sony HX99, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the FH6 (14MP) and HX99 (18MP) and the FH6 (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) have different sensor sizes.

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The FH6 was released 7 years before the HX99 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FH6 scores against the HX99 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FH6 Gallery & Sony HX99 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH6 has got outer dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Sony HX99 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the FH6 against the HX99.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FH6 and HX99 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching specifications. The visual below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH6 and HX99.

Plainly, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FH6 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony HX99 will result in more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older FH6 will be behind in sensor technology.