Panasonic FX78 vs Sony HX90V

Below, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FX78 and Sony HX90V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the FX78 (12MP) and HX90V (18MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FX78 was introduced 5 years earlier than the HX90V which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the FX78 matches up versus the HX90V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX78 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FX78 offers external dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony HX90V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FX78 and Sony HX90V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the FX78 vs the HX90V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FX78 and HX90V is 95 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing specs. The pic here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FX78 and HX90V.

All in all, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony HX90V to result in extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged FX78 will be behind in sensor innovation.