Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony HX50V
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Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony HX50V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 249g - 108 x 60 x 32mm
- Announced January 2015
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ57
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS40
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS50
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5 - 6.3) lens
- 272g - 108 x 64 x 38mm
- Launched April 2013
- Older Model is Sony HX30V
Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony HX50V Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZS45 (16MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe ZS45 was launched 21 months later than the HX50V which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the ZS45 matches up versus the HX50V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony HX50V Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS45 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS45 over the Sony HX50V
ZS45 | HX50V | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | April 2013 | Fresher by 21 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 921k | Crisper screen (+119k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony HX50V over the Panasonic ZS45
HX50V | ZS45 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS45 and Sony HX50V
ZS45 | HX50V | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony HX50V Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS45 features outside dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony HX50V has sizing of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony HX50V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the ZS45 and the HX50V.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS45 and HX50V is 91 and 89 respectively.
Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony HX50V Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The graphic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS45 and HX50V.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony HX50V to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer ZS45 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony HX50V Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-TZ57 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2015-01-06 | 2013-04-24 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 2920 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 21 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.5 - 6.3 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | XtraFine LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 249 grams (0.55 lbs) | 272 grams (0.60 lbs) |
Dimensions | 108 x 60 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 108 x 64 x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | 400 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $300 | $439 |