Panasonic ZR3 vs Sony HX90V

On this page, we will be analyzing the Panasonic ZR3 versus Sony HX90V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the ZR3 (14MP) and HX90V (18MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZR3 was manufactured 6 years before the HX90V which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the ZR3 scores versus the HX90V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZR3 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZR3 provides physical dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony HX90V has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZR3 versus Sony HX90V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the ZR3 vs the HX90V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZR3 and HX90V is 94 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes only by looking through technical specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZR3 and HX90V.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony HX90V to result in more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged ZR3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.