Panasonic FX700 vs Sony H55

On this page, we are matching up the Panasonic FX700 versus Sony H55, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FX700 (14MP) and the H55 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FX700 was unveiled 2 months after the H55 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the FX700 matches up against the H55 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FX700 Gallery & Sony H55 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FX700 features outside measurements of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony H55 has specifications of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FX700 versus Sony H55 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the FX700 against the H55.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FX700 and H55 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FX700 and H55.

Clearly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you will want to take the launch date of the cameras into account.