Panasonic FZ200 vs Sony HX10V

The following is a in depth analysis of the Panasonic FZ200 and Sony HX10V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the FZ200 (12MP) and HX10V (18MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ200 was manufactured 5 months after the HX10V so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX10V being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FZ200 scores vs the HX10V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FZ200 Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ200 provides outer dimensions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) while the Sony HX10V has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FZ200 and Sony HX10V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the FZ200 vs the HX10V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ200 and HX10V is 65 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The picture below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ200 and HX10V.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony HX10V to render greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively.