Panasonic FX580 vs Sony HX90V

Here is a in depth review of the Panasonic FX580 versus Sony HX90V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the FX580 (12MP) and HX90V (18MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FX580 was announced 7 years earlier than the HX90V and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the FX580 scores versus the HX90V for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FX580 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FX580 provides outer measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony HX90V has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FX580 versus Sony HX90V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the FX580 versus the HX90V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX580 and HX90V is 95 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The photograph below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FX580 and HX90V.

All in all, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony HX90V to provide you with more detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older FX580 will be behind in sensor innovation.