Panasonic S2 vs Sony HX99

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic S2 vs Sony HX99, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the S2 (14MP) and HX99 (18MP) and the S2 (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The S2 was brought out 7 years prior to the HX99 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S2 matches up vs the HX99 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic S2 Gallery & Sony HX99 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic S2 provides exterior measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Sony HX99 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic S2 vs Sony HX99 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the S2 and the HX99.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S2 and HX99 is 96 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching specs. The pic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S2 and HX99.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S2 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Sony HX99 will result in more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged S2 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.