Panasonic SZ5 vs Sony HX90V

Here, we are contrasting the Panasonic SZ5 versus Sony HX90V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the SZ5 (14MP) and HX90V (18MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ5 was brought out 3 years earlier than the HX90V which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SZ5 matches up versus the HX90V for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic SZ5 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ5 provides external dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Sony HX90V has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic SZ5 versus Sony HX90V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SZ5 against the HX90V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ5 and HX90V is 95 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ5 and HX90V.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony HX90V to offer you more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged SZ5 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.