Panasonic ZS5 vs Sony HX9V

The following is a extended comparison of the Panasonic ZS5 versus Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the ZS5 (12MP) and HX9V (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS5 was manufactured 13 months prior to the HX9V which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the ZS5 grades against the HX9V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS5 Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS5 offers outside dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Sony HX9V has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS5 versus Sony HX9V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the ZS5 against the HX9V.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ZS5 and HX9V is 92 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking specs. The pic below may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS5 and HX9V.

All in all, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony HX9V to give greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged ZS5 is going to be behind in sensor tech.