Panasonic ZS70 vs Sony H50

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").

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.