Panasonic SZ1 vs Sony H70

Its time to take a deeper look at the Panasonic SZ1 versus Sony H70, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the SZ1 (16MP) and the H70 (16MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ1 was launched 13 months later than the H70 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SZ1 scores vs the H70 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ1 Gallery & Sony H70 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ1 has got physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sony H70 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic SZ1 versus Sony H70 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SZ1 vs the H70.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ1 and H70 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching specifications. The photograph below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ1 and H70.

To sum up, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photos though you would want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern SZ1 will have a benefit in sensor tech.