Panasonic ZS50 vs Sony HX5

Following is a in depth analysis of the Panasonic ZS50 versus Sony HX5, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS50 (12MP) and the HX5 (10MP) is pretty similar but the ZS50 (1/2.3") and HX5 (1/2.4") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The ZS50 was unveiled 4 years after the HX5 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the ZS50 scores versus the HX5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS50 Gallery & Sony HX5 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS50 features outer dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony HX5 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS50 versus Sony HX5 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the ZS50 versus the HX5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS50 and HX5 is 90 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizes just by going over specifications. The picture here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS50 and HX5.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The ZS50 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic ZS50 will offer you greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger ZS50 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.