Panasonic ZS50 vs Sony H90

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic ZS50 and Sony H90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the ZS50 (12MP) and H90 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS50 was released 2 years later than the H90 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the ZS50 scores against the H90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS50 Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS50 enjoys outside dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony H90 has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS50 and Sony H90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the ZS50 against the H90.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ZS50 and H90 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The graphic here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS50 and H90.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony H90 to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher ZS50 will have an advantage in sensor technology.