Panasonic FZ200 vs Sony HX50V

The following is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic FZ200 vs Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the FZ200 (12MP) and HX50V (20MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FZ200 was brought out 9 months before the HX50V and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the FZ200 matches up vs the HX50V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FZ200 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ200 provides outside measurements 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 HX50V has sizing of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the FZ200 against the HX50V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ200 and HX50V is 65 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ200 and HX50V.

As you can see, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony HX50V to provide greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FZ200 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.