Panasonic LF1 vs Sony H50

Below, we will be matching up the Panasonic LF1 versus Sony H50, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the LF1 (12MP) and H50 (9MP) and the LF1 (1/1.7") and H50 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The LF1 was announced 4 years later than the H50 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the LF1 grades against the H50 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LF1 Gallery & Sony H50 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LF1 features outside measurements of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Sony H50 has proportions of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") and a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the LF1 and the H50.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the LF1 and H50 is 92 and 69 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The visual below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the LF1 and H50.

Plainly, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The LF1 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic LF1 will offer you greater detail with its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots much more aggressively. The newer LF1 will have an advantage in sensor tech.