Panasonic FZ150 vs Sony HX99

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Panasonic FZ150 versus Sony HX99, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the FZ150 (12MP) and HX99 (18MP) and the FZ150 (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) possess different sensor size.

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The FZ150 was brought out 7 years prior to the HX99 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX99 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the FZ150 grades against the HX99 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery & Sony HX99 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ150 features physical measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) while the Sony HX99 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the FZ150 compared to the HX99.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ150 and HX99 is 67 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The image here may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ150 and HX99.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FZ150 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony HX99 will deliver greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged FZ150 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.