Panasonic FZ60 vs Sony HX90V

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Panasonic FZ60 versus Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FZ60 (16MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is very similar and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FZ60 was launched 3 years earlier than the HX90V and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the FZ60 matches up against the HX90V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ60 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ60 comes with exterior dimensions of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Sony HX90V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ60 versus Sony HX90V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the FZ60 and the HX90V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ60 and HX90V is 68 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The visual below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ60 and HX90V.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony HX90V to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older FZ60 is going to be behind in sensor technology.