Panasonic FZ60 vs Sony HX50V

On this page, we are matching up the Panasonic FZ60 vs Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FZ60 (16MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FZ60 was unveiled 9 months before the HX50V so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the FZ60 scores versus the HX50V for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FZ60 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ60 offers external measurements of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Sony HX50V has sizing of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ60 vs Sony HX50V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the FZ60 versus the HX50V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ60 and HX50V is 68 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at specifications. The image below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ60 and HX50V.

Plainly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony HX50V to resolve greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged FZ60 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.