Panasonic SZ8 vs Sony HX200V

Below, we are looking at the Panasonic SZ8 vs Sony HX200V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SZ8 (16MP) and the HX200V (18MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ8 was announced 21 months after the HX200V making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic SZ8 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SZ8 scores vs the HX200V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ8 Gallery and Sony HX200V Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic SZ8 enjoys outer dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony HX200V has sizing of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic SZ8 vs Sony HX200V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the SZ8 vs the HX200V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ8 and HX200V is 94 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The image here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ8 and HX200V.

As you have seen, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX200V to result in extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more modern SZ8 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.