Panasonic FX580 vs Sony HX30V

Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FX580 vs Sony HX30V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the FX580 (12MP) and HX30V (18MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FX580 was launched 4 years earlier than the HX30V which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FX580 scores vs the HX30V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FX580 Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX580 comes with outer dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony HX30V has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FX580 vs Sony HX30V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the FX580 vs the HX30V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX580 and HX30V is 95 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The pic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FX580 and HX30V.

Plainly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony HX30V to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FX580 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.