Panasonic FS42 vs Sony HX1
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Panasonic FS42 vs Sony HX1 Key Specs
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- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1000 (Raise to 6400)
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 132g - 98 x 55 x 22mm
- Launched April 2009
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- 9MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1440 x 1080 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 544g - 115 x 83 x 92mm
- Introduced April 2009
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Lets examine more in depth at the Panasonic FS42 and Sony HX1, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FS42 (10MP) and the HX1 (9MP) is fairly close but the FS42 (1/2.5") and HX1 (1/2.4") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe FS42 was unveiled within a month of the HX1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS42 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going in to a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the FS42 grades vs the HX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FS42 Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS42 over the Sony HX1
| FS42 | HX1 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony HX1 over the Panasonic FS42
| HX1 | FS42 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focus | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Panasonic FS42 and Sony HX1
| FS42 | HX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | April 2009 |  | April 2009 | Same generation |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither includes Touch display |
Panasonic FS42 vs Sony HX1 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS42 features exterior measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sony HX1 has dimensions of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic FS42 and Sony HX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the FS42 compared to the HX1.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FS42 and HX1 is 95 and 67 respectively.
Panasonic FS42 vs Sony HX1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The photograph here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FS42 and HX1.
As you can tell, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The FS42 using its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Panasonic FS42 will provide you with more detail having an extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images far more aggressively.
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Panasonic FS42 vs Sony HX1 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2009-04-17 | 2009-04-22 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.4" |
| Sensor dimensions | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
| Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 27.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3456 x 2592 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1000 | 3200 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 33-132mm (4.0x) | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.8-5.2 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 6.3 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen sizing | 2.5" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.30 m | 9.20 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1440x1080 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 132g (0.29 lb) | 544g (1.20 lb) |
| Dimensions | 98 x 55 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 115 x 83 x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | - | NP-FH50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch pricing | $580 | $47,999 |