Panasonic XS1 vs Sony HX100V

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Panasonic XS1 and Sony HX100V, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the XS1 (16MP) and the HX100V (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The XS1 was launched 15 months later than the HX100V which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic XS1 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the XS1 matches up versus the HX100V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic XS1 Gallery & Sony HX100V Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic XS1 has got physical dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") and a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Sony HX100V has specifications of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") having a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic XS1 and Sony HX100V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the XS1 versus the HX100V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the XS1 and HX100V is 97 and 66 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by looking through specifications. The visual underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the XS1 and HX100V.

To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you need to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more modern XS1 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.