Panasonic FZ70 vs Sony HX300

Let's take a more detailed look at the Panasonic FZ70 versus Sony HX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FZ70 (16MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is fairly close and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ70 was unveiled 5 months later than the HX300 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the FZ70 scores vs the HX300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FZ70 Gallery and Sony HX300 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ70 offers exterior measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") along with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) and the Sony HX300 has measurements of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FZ70 versus Sony HX300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the FZ70 versus the HX300.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ70 and HX300 is 63 and 63 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ70 and HX300.

Plainly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX300 to result in more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively.