Panasonic FZ70 vs Sony HX99

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FZ70 versus Sony HX99, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FZ70 (16MP) and the HX99 (18MP) is relatively well matched but the FZ70 (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The FZ70 was manufactured 6 years earlier than the HX99 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX99 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FZ70 scores versus the HX99 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ70 Gallery & Sony HX99 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ70 comes with physical dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") and a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) while the Sony HX99 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the FZ70 vs the HX99.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ70 and HX99 is 63 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking technical specs. The pic below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ70 and HX99.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FZ70 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Sony HX99 will resolve more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged FZ70 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.