Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony HX9V

Its time to take a closer look at the Panasonic ZS1 and Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the ZS1 (10MP) and HX9V (16MP) and the ZS1 (1/2.5") and HX9V (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The ZS1 was introduced 3 years before the HX9V which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the ZS1 grades vs the HX9V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS1 Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS1 provides outside measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Sony HX9V has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic ZS1 and Sony HX9V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the ZS1 compared to the HX9V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS1 and HX9V is 91 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions purely by looking through technical specs. The image underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS1 and HX9V.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The ZS1 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF harder and the Sony HX9V will result in more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged ZS1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.