Panasonic ZS5 vs Sony HX90V

Its time to look much closer at the Panasonic ZS5 versus Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the ZS5 (12MP) and HX90V (18MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS5 was launched 5 years earlier than the HX90V and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the ZS5 scores against the HX90V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS5 Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS5 offers external dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Sony HX90V has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS5 versus Sony HX90V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the ZS5 versus the HX90V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS5 and HX90V is 92 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing specs. The visual below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS5 and HX90V.

All in all, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony HX90V to render greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older ZS5 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.