Panasonic SZ3 vs Sony H55
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Panasonic SZ3 vs Sony H55 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 200g - 103 x 58 x 29mm
- Revealed June 2010
Photography Glossary Panasonic SZ3 vs Sony H55 Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Panasonic SZ3 and Sony H55, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the SZ3 (16MP) and the H55 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SZ3 was manufactured 2 years after the H55 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SZ3 scores versus the H55 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ3 Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ3 over the Sony H55
| SZ3 | H55 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2013 |  | June 2010 | More modern by 32 months |
Reasons to pick Sony H55 over the Panasonic SZ3
| H55 | SZ3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ3 and Sony H55
| SZ3 | H55 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither contains Touch display |
Panasonic SZ3 vs Sony H55 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic SZ3 has got physical measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony H55 has measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
Check the Panasonic SZ3 and Sony H55 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the SZ3 against the H55.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ3 and H55 is 96 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic SZ3 vs Sony H55 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The image below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ3 and H55.
As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic SZ3 to show extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The fresher SZ3 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic SZ3 vs Sony H55 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2010-06-16 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.10 m | 3.80 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Slow Syncro, Off |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 126 grams (0.28 pounds) | 200 grams (0.44 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 103 x 58 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 250 images | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | - | NP-BG1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail pricing | $150 | $235 |