Panasonic FX75 vs Sony H70

Here, we will be looking at the Panasonic FX75 vs Sony H70, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FX75 (14MP) and the H70 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FX75 was unveiled 7 months before the H70 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the FX75 grades versus the H70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX75 Gallery & Sony H70 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FX75 features outside measurements of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Sony H70 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FX75 vs Sony H70 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the FX75 compared to the H70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FX75 and H70 is 94 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The pic here might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FX75 and H70.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony H70 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FX75 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.