Panasonic FZ60 vs Sony HX9V
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Panasonic FZ60 vs Sony HX9V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 493g - 120 x 81 x 92mm
- Released July 2012
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FZ62
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 245g - 105 x 59 x 34mm
- Revealed July 2011
Panasonic FZ60 vs Sony HX9V Overview
In this article, we will be looking at the Panasonic FZ60 vs Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FZ60 (16MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe FZ60 was unveiled 13 months later than the HX9V which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the FZ60 grades versus the HX9V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic FZ60 vs Sony HX9V Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ60 Gallery & Sony HX9V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ60 over the Sony HX9V
FZ60 | HX9V | |||
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Revealed | July 2012 | July 2011 | More recent by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Sony HX9V over the Panasonic FZ60
HX9V | FZ60 | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ60 and Sony HX9V
FZ60 | HX9V | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FZ60 vs Sony HX9V Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ60 enjoys outside dimensions of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Sony HX9V has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic FZ60 vs Sony HX9V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the FZ60 compared to the HX9V.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ60 and HX9V is 68 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic FZ60 vs Sony HX9V Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ60 and HX9V.
Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you should always consider the age of the cameras into account. The younger FZ60 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FZ60 vs Sony HX9V Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FZ62 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-07-18 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT Screen LCD Display | XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 202k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 13.50 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 493 grams (1.09 pounds) | 245 grams (0.54 pounds) |
Dimensions | 120 x 81 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 105 x 59 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 450 pictures | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $350 | $328 |