Panasonic LF1 vs Sony HX50V

Below, we will be comparing the Panasonic LF1 and Sony HX50V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the LF1 (12MP) and HX50V (20MP) and the LF1 (1/1.7") and HX50V (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The LF1 was launched 8 months after the HX50V so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the LF1 grades versus the HX50V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic LF1 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic LF1 provides external measurements of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Sony HX50V has specifications of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

See the Panasonic LF1 and Sony HX50V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the LF1 vs the HX50V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the LF1 and HX50V is 92 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out specifications. The image underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the LF1 and HX50V.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The LF1 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony HX50V will show more detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent LF1 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.