Panasonic SZ5 vs Sony H200

The following is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic SZ5 vs Sony H200, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the SZ5 (14MP) and H200 (20MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ5 was brought out 5 months earlier than the H200 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic SZ5 being a Compact camera and the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SZ5 grades against the H200 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ5 Gallery and Sony H200 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ5 enjoys outer dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Sony H200 has proportions of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") along with a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic SZ5 vs Sony H200 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the SZ5 versus the H200.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ5 and H200 is 95 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading specs. The pic here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ5 and H200.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony H200 to offer extra detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively.