Panasonic FZ70 vs Sony HX90V

In this article, we will be matching up the Panasonic FZ70 versus Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FZ70 (16MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FZ70 was announced 21 months prior to the HX90V which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the FZ70 scores versus the HX90V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ70 Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ70 has outer dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) and 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).

Examine the Panasonic FZ70 versus Sony HX90V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the FZ70 against the HX90V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FZ70 and HX90V is 63 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through technical specs. The pic below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ70 and HX90V.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony HX90V to result in extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged FZ70 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.