Panasonic FZ150 vs Sony HX100V

Let's look a little more closely at the Panasonic FZ150 vs Sony HX100V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the FZ150 (12MP) and HX100V (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FZ150 was introduced 6 months later than the HX100V so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the FZ150 matches up versus the HX100V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery and Sony HX100V Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ150 offers physical dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) and the Sony HX100V has dimensions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the FZ150 versus the HX100V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FZ150 and HX100V is 67 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ150 and HX100V.

As you can see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony HX100V to offer you more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively.