Panasonic SZ10 vs Sony HX90V

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Panasonic SZ10 vs Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the SZ10 (16MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ10 was manufactured 3 months prior to the HX90V so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SZ10 scores vs the HX90V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ10 Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ10 enjoys outside dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony HX90V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic SZ10 vs Sony HX90V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SZ10 vs the HX90V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ10 and HX90V is 93 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading through specifications. The visual below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ10 and HX90V.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony HX90V to give more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively.