Panasonic FX580 vs Sony H90
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Panasonic FX580 vs Sony H90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 167g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FX550
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 222g - 105 x 60 x 34mm
- Announced February 2012

Panasonic FX580 vs Sony H90 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Panasonic FX580 and Sony H90, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the FX580 (12MP) and H90 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The FX580 was introduced 4 years earlier than the H90 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the FX580 grades versus the H90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic FX580 vs Sony H90 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FX580 Gallery & Sony H90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX580 over the Sony H90
FX580 | H90 |
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Reasons to pick Sony H90 over the Panasonic FX580
H90 | FX580 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 37 months |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FX580 and Sony H90
FX580 | H90 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Panasonic FX580 vs Sony H90 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FX580 features physical dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony H90 has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic FX580 and Sony H90 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the FX580 against the H90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FX580 and H90 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic FX580 vs Sony H90 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The pic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FX580 and H90.
As you can tell, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony H90 to deliver extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged FX580 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Panasonic FX580 vs Sony H90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FX580 vs Sony H90 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FX550 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-01-27 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 3.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 167g (0.37 lbs) | 222g (0.49 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 105 x 60 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | - | 290 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $499 | $230 |