Panasonic FX90 vs Sony HX20V

Its time to examine more closely at the Panasonic FX90 vs Sony HX20V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the FX90 (12MP) and HX20V (18MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FX90 was introduced 10 months earlier than the HX20V and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the FX90 grades versus the HX20V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX90 Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX90 comes with external dimensions of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony HX20V has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FX90 vs Sony HX20V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the FX90 against the HX20V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX90 and HX20V is 95 and 90 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The photograph below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FX90 and HX20V.

As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony HX20V to give you extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively. The older FX90 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.