Panasonic FX75 vs Sony H50
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Panasonic FX75 vs Sony H50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 165g - 103 x 55 x 23mm
- Introduced June 2010
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FX70
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-465mm (F2.7-4.5) lens
- 547g - 116 x 81 x 86mm
- Announced January 2009
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On this page, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FX75 and Sony H50, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the FX75 (14MP) and H50 (9MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe FX75 was launched 17 months after the H50 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the FX75 scores versus the H50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX75 Gallery & Sony H50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX75 over the Sony H50
| FX75 | H50 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | June 2010 |  | January 2009 | More modern by 17 months |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony H50 over the Panasonic FX75
| H50 | FX75 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very precise focusing | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic FX75 and Sony H50
| FX75 | H50 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen |
Panasonic FX75 vs Sony H50 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX75 has outer dimensions of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Sony H50 has sizing of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") and a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FX75 and Sony H50 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the FX75 against the H50.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX75 and H50 is 94 and 69 respectively.
Panasonic FX75 vs Sony H50 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out technical specs. The image here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX75 and H50.
As you have seen, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic FX75 to show extra detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern FX75 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
Panasonic FX75 vs Sony H50 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FX75 vs Sony H50 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 |
| Also called as | Lumix DMC-FX70 | - |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2010-06-01 | 2009-01-15 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Venus Engine HD II | - |
| 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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 9 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3456 x 2592 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 31-465mm (15.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.2-5.9 | f/2.7-4.5 |
| Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 2.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.40 m | 9.10 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480, 30 fps, 320 x 240, 8 fps |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video format | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG | - |
| 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 | 165g (0.36 lb) | 547g (1.21 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 103 x 55 x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 116 x 81 x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") |
| 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-BG1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at release | $139 | $80 |