Panasonic SZ5 vs Sony H70

Here is a extensive overview of the Panasonic SZ5 and Sony H70, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the SZ5 (14MP) and the H70 (16MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ5 was unveiled 19 months later than the H70 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SZ5 grades against the H70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The full galleries are available at Panasonic SZ5 Gallery and Sony H70 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic SZ5 enjoys external dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Sony H70 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic SZ5 and Sony H70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SZ5 versus the H70.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SZ5 and H70 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ5 and H70.

Clearly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony H70 to render extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more recent SZ5 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.