Panasonic XS1 vs Sony HX1

Lets look a bit more closely at the Panasonic XS1 versus Sony HX1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the XS1 (16MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the XS1 (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The XS1 was launched 3 years after the HX1 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic XS1 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a short highlight of how the XS1 grades versus the HX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic XS1 Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic XS1 offers outside dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Sony HX1 has proportions of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic XS1 versus Sony HX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the XS1 and the HX1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XS1 and HX1 is 97 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the XS1 and HX1.

As you can see, both the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The XS1 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic XS1 will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more modern XS1 will have an advantage in sensor technology.