Panasonic ZS70 vs Sony HX50V

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic ZS70 and Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ZS70 (20MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is very close and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS70 was launched 4 years after the HX50V which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the ZS70 grades versus the HX50V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS70 Gallery & Sony HX50V Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS70 has exterior measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs) and the Sony HX50V has proportions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic ZS70 and Sony HX50V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the ZS70 versus the HX50V.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS70 and HX50V is 87 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing specs. The picture below might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS70 and HX50V.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos though you have to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent ZS70 should have an edge in sensor tech.