Panasonic ZS70 vs Sony H50
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Panasonic ZS70 vs Sony H50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 322g - 112 x 67 x 41mm
- Revealed April 2017
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ90
- Old Model is Panasonic ZS60
- Newer Model is Panasonic ZS80
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-465mm (F2.7-4.5) lens
- 547g - 116 x 81 x 86mm
- Released January 2009
Panasonic ZS70 vs Sony H50 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Panasonic ZS70 versus Sony H50, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the ZS70 (20MP) and H50 (9MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe ZS70 was launched 8 years after the H50 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the ZS70 grades vs the H50 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic ZS70 vs Sony H50 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS70 Gallery & Sony H50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS70 over the Sony H50
ZS70 | H50 | |||
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Released | April 2017 | January 2009 | More modern by 101 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Sharper display (+810k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony H50 over the Panasonic ZS70
H50 | ZS70 |
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Common features in the Panasonic ZS70 and Sony H50
ZS70 | H50 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display size |
Panasonic ZS70 vs Sony H50 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS70 has physical measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs) while the Sony H50 has proportions of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic ZS70 versus Sony H50 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the ZS70 versus the H50.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS70 and H50 is 87 and 69 respectively.
Panasonic ZS70 vs Sony H50 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS70 and H50.
As you have seen, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS70 to offer more detail utilizing its extra 11MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The younger ZS70 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.
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Panasonic ZS70 vs Sony H50 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-TZ90 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2017-04-19 | 2009-01-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 9MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 31-465mm (15.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/2.7-4.5 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,166 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m (at Auto ISO) | 9.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 640 x 480, 30 fps, 320 x 240, 8 fps |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 322 gr (0.71 pounds) | 547 gr (1.21 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 67 x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 116 x 81 x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 380 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $450 | $80 |