Panasonic ZS3 vs Sony HX90V

Its time to take a closer look at the Panasonic ZS3 vs Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the ZS3 (10MP) and HX90V (18MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS3 was revealed 7 years before the HX90V and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the ZS3 scores versus the HX90V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS3 Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS3 features exterior dimensions 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 HX90V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic ZS3 vs Sony HX90V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the ZS3 and the HX90V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS3 and HX90V is 91 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over technical specs. The graphic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS3 and HX90V.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony HX90V to offer you extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older ZS3 is going to be behind in sensor technology.