Point-n-Shootout - Sony DSC-HX99 Vs. Panasonic DC-TZ95
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- Are you looking for a compact point-n-shoot with 30x zoom that shoots 4K, but can't decide between the Sony DSC-HX99 and the Panasonic DC-TZ95? I'm here to help!
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GREAT video, Emil. Thank you for all the different scenarios and tests. It's super appreciated.
I'm glad you found it useful. I'm working on a few other camera comparisons.
Many thanks for the hard work that you put in to making this very educational and helpful comparison between the two cameras.
Keep up your hard work and many thanks again.
Thank you for taking the time to comment! I doubt I'll ever do a comparison like this again, as I rarely have two cameras this similar at the same time.
Thumbs up for such a detailed video. It sort all venues to diffentiate between both these caneras.
Agreed. These little cameras have so much going on these days.
We feel so careful to choosing knowing it will be our daily companion. ツ
He was quite thorough. Very pleasant delivery.
Very high praise! Thank you, guys!
Funny how I was also struggling to find this exact same comparison, and I was seriously considering these two models. Many thanks for uploading this, it's been very useful. In 2023 the choice of affordable compact superzoom cameras is sadly low.
Based on your opinions though, I think the Sony wins in most areas and will most likely be the one I buy.
Crazy the price hasn’t dropped yet.
Even crazier that there hasn't been a replacement for the Sony. It's as if they expect people to shell out three times the price for an RX100 VI just because they haven't put out a replacement for the HX99 (or indeed the HX400V).
good content. the video quality of DSC-HX99 is amazing.
Thanks for the thorough comparison!
I'm glad it was helpful to you!
Thank you, these are the unbiased in-depth videos we like!
Thank you for watching!
Really nice you made this comparison video. Hard to find these, as most test only more expensive cameras.
Good review. Thank you - I've been looking at these 2 cameras, so found it useful.
I'm glad :-)
The filming inside and the panning test says it all. In playback on my tv and on my tablet the Sony performed way better than the Panasonic. I wanted to buy the TZ95 but after seeing your vid i bought the HX99.
I think you're better off for it. I now also have a Panasonic camcorder and a Panasonic bridge camera and they're both out-performed by their Sony counterparts. Well, the Panasonic HC-VXF1 is out-performed by the Sony FDR-AX53. I don't really have a Sony equvalent to the Panasonic DC-FZ82, but apart from its extreme zoom range (20-1200 mm equivalent), it's out-performed by the Sony DSC-HX99 in image quality.
Am i the only one or the sony seems to better in sound and image quality….?
I prefer it, too. It's also the one I kept.
that's a great review, I find this videos so useful, and you give a lot of photos and videos comparing. I'm still not decided, but it's helpful to know both cameras will do it for me. Thank you! I
Happy to help! I can reveal that I ended up selling the TZ95, but added a Panasonic DC-FZ82 to the arsenal.
@@emilholmgren why the 82? As I understood it is not as good as the Sony.
@@roxannevanwunnik Much more zoom and a good price. I kept the Sony, of course. Pity Sony doesn't have an equivalent to the SC-FZ82, the closest you get is the RX10, which is way more expensive.
Tz95 👍👍👍
Extremely helpful, thank you!
Glad to be of help.
amazing review of both!
Lysande, just ett par kameror som står på min lista. Jag är förvånad över att Sony’n förefaller vara lite bättre på flera punkter, bättre ljud och färg med mera. Tack, bra genomgång!
Tack själv för att du tittade! Extra bonuspoäng för Kapten Haddock på profilbilden! :) Sonys största brist är ju tidsbegränsningen på 4K-videor, den drabbar mig ständigt när jag filmar på livekonserter.
Thanks for your honest comaprison, waiting for next video
I have been planning another type of camera comparison for quite a while, but I have yet to compile the footage and edit it together.
Great review!
Thank you
No problem, I hope you found it useful.
Thank you very much for this video. Good work
Great video. Iliked it very much.
Thank you!
Thank you for all the effort you put in to this review .I was amazed to learn that it was your first video review and first two-camera comparson as the methodology etc was very well organised. I am considering these two cameras. I urrently have a TZ19 (16x optical zoom). lthough their 30x zoom is an attraction of these cameras, the feature that made me think of changing was the EVF. I've never really got used to framing a shot with the LCD screen (it's like a phone!) - plus therr's the issue of using the LCD in bright light. I think the smaller case of the Sony (about the same size as my TZ19) is also an important factor. You touch on the EVF's of these two cameras but I wonderd how usable you found either of them and whether they can be regarded a first option for photography or just for occasion use eg in bright conditions. I'm not the that bothered about the video, by the way,just stills.
The Panasonic's EVF is a permanent one, like on an older point-n-shoot. This makes it more accessible than the pop-up one of the Sony. Using the Sony's EVF takes a great deal more work than on the Panny. The Panasonic's EVF screen is also slightly larger, if this is important to you.
I guess it's a matter of if you're willing to sacrifice image detail and colour accuracy for a slightly better EVF. I've made great use of the one on the Sony both in bright daylight (since the Sony's screen appears black to your eyes if you're wearing polarized sunglasses) and when filming concerts with a lot of zoom (since the shot is way more stable than at arms length). Everything's a compromise, I guess.
@@emilholmgren Thanks for taking the trouble to reply. I have ended up going for the Sony. The smaller size and weight of the Sony were the deciding factors. Even if the Sony EVF isn't quite as good as the Pannasonic's, at least the Sony does have one unlike all the other compact digital cameras I've owned. I get the Sony EVF is a bit more fiddly to use than the Panasonic's but it's not too bad and you get the benefit of a smaller body. Thanks again.
Very in-depth test. 👍👍👍 I'll go for the Sony
Good choice!
Thanks for this great and very useful comparison.
In your summery for the Pana there is a very annoying constant rattling noise. Can you tell where that comes from? Was there some kind of attachment on the camera?
I've actually wondered that myself. The only thing I can think of is that it's actually something inside the camera itself. It was also VERY susceptible to wind noise, as you can hear at the end of the video. You really do need the subtitles to know what I'm saying.
Great comparison. Thanks. Gave me a good idea. The tax restriction sounds really idiotic.
It really is. It might be a combination between that and overheating, but that shouldn't be a problem in tech made to film in 4K. My Sony camcorder does it indefinitely without overheating.
Great review. Thank you. Although a bit difficult to hear at times from wind.
If you turn on the English subtitles, it's easier to follow.
@@emilholmgren Thank you.
Very good video!
Thank you!
Great comparison,the Sony images look nicer and more natural to me,but the pana has better ibis,what do you think?
Like I said in the review, I feel like the stabilization seems to be better in different situations for each camera, but the Sony mostly beats the Panasonic. Just look at the driving footage!
Thank you for your review I picked the Panasonic 80 in silver
I haven't tried that one, but I hope it suits your needs.
Every camera this size is a compromise. Everyone has to decide for themselves what features are most important. I just ordered a (used) Panasonic ZS200 based on reviews. 24-360mm focal length, 1" sensor. I haven't received the camera yet, but 360mm and consistent image quality may be better than 720mm and so-so performance.
Sure. I chose the 4K and 720mm of the HX99 over my RX100 Mk1. Still, I do feel that every Panasonic camera I try is blown out of the water by its Sony equivalent.
I’m new here. Wondering if sometimes you show “side by side” comparisons. ??
Meaning, show them both at the same time. Split screen. Then I can pause the video.
Looking left and right. See which one has better blue sky colors. Green grass colors. Etc..
I care most about color science. How it renders. Contrast. Dynamic range. ~Thank you. 💁🏻♀️
I didn't think of that, or I would have.
Thumbs up and thumbs down count exactly the same in the algorithm. I appreciated this comparison enough to come find it on my computer to tell you that, after seeing the video on my tv where I can't comment or "like" because can't sign in (do to technical difficulties caused by google trying to force me to replace the chromebox I use for tv). Thanks making and sharing it!
To be fair, I said that before they stopped displaying the thumbs down count, as this video was first uploaded before my Google account was stolen in April.
Glad you enjoyed the video! :)
Great review! What do you think about photos in external areas by night? Which is better?
I did later do a video filming the moon with these two and the 4K camcorder I had at the time. The Panasonic's autofocus was hunting, as usual.
th-cam.com/video/tPH2OSbIk7g/w-d-xo.html
It’s such a good review. Thank you. Which one would you suggest for a concert where I will be sitting all the way back and it might be a bit dark as well?
I actually never had a chance to try the Panasonic at a concert, but I've shot a lot of concert footage with the HX99 and it handles it incredibly well for its size and cost. Check out my concerts channel for reference:
youtube.com/@emilholmgrenconcerts
thank you for the review it helped me a lot
I'm glad!
I bought tz95 for a different reason… i’ve been using Sony for quiet awhile and wanna see different tech. Seems like tz95 got better image stabilization with its OIS vs ZV1 / Rx100vii… maybe due to the small sensor but it does make a lot of difference when shooting at 720mm… still in low light environment I would still go with a full frame
I don't really think it's better than on the HX99. Just look at the final section of this video.
Great comparison! Very useful! Are there any similar cameras worth considering buying? I am a bit concerned about low light performance but it kind of seems that this is a sacrifice that must be made when going for a compact camera with large zoom.
Canon also have a contender that I haven't tried. If you're willing to cut down on the amount of zoom and spend quite a bit more, the later generation Sony DSC-RX100 models might be something to check out for low light performance.
Nikon Coolpix A1000
The best thing i have noted i like better in the Panasonic, is that the TZ95 has Viewfinder, which the Sony dosent.
And i prefer a cam to have such, in sunny weather etc.
Ps:
Udover det, super god anmeldelse Emil;)
Well, you're wrong ;) The Sony DOES have a viewfinder, but a pop-up one. It's a bit cumbersome, as you have to pop it up and then pull it out towards you, where the Panasonic's is permanent (due to the bigger housing). I find the Sony one sufficient for my needs, though.
Does the TZ95 crop the video on 4K? I have searched everywhere and cannot find if it gives 24mm wide angle video or crops into it for stabilisation.
Yes, I also point this out in both the the intro and the conclusion of the video.
@@emilholmgren Thanks, I just rewatched your video and saw you mentioned the cropping. I will go for the Sony as I especially need wide angle video. Appreciate your reply.
hey. I want to shoot ski videos in the mountains. From one peak to another, gonna use zoom between 3-20 and wanna record in 60fps. Need to choose between these two and have the offer for panasonic 2 times cheaper. Will it do the work or is it better to go for sony? I am very concerned to not lose focus on the skier and have good stabilisation with the zoom.
I'm honestly not sure how well the Panasonic's autofocus would handle the stark contrast between the snow and the skier.
I say still take the HX99, it has the function to find your objective while zoomed in
Nice review! Which one would you prefer for shooting action like kids' sports?
Of these two, the Sony, but I think a dedicated camcorder like the Sony FDR-AX53 would probably do the job better than any point-n-shoot, since it has a bulit-in gimbal and is as such way less sensitive to shakey hands when panning with a lot of zoom.
Do you have link to those pictures? I'm looking for travel pocket cam right now.
Thank you for extensive video and photo sample
You mean the photos I took? Only on my hard drive.
Thanks you !
Very detailed!
You're very welcome, I'm glad to be of help.
I just bought the Sony, prior to seeing this video. I guess I made the right choice 😅. This was a grade video. Har det så bra!
A wise choice. It's worth the extra money. Detsamma!
Prices?
I am planning to buy SonyHX99. Is it too late ? Should i consider smartphone like iphone 14. I read the specs and found that thes iphone14's sensor size is larger.
Sensor size is just one part of the equation. A smartphone doesn't have 30x zoom, for instance, or proper manual settings.
What focal length does the Panasonic crop to in 4k? The Sony doesn’t crop at all?
The Sony doesn't crop at all, no. The official specs of the Panasonic say:
26 - 780mm in 35mm equiv. in 16:9
35 - 1050mm in 35mm equiv. in 4K video recording
Do u think that the tz95d will be good on night shots for some cases? cuz i want a camera which can take photos at night in some moments, and im not deciding between tz95d and canon eos 2000d, which one would u recommend me? Please respondme Ill appreciate it 🙏🙏
Considering the Panasonic is quite noisy even in dimly lit indoor shots, I'd say no. I don't know the Canon models, sorry.
Hello, I want to buy some camera for next year, I like more hx99 because of his design but tz95 has more megapixels and resolution, and hx99 is oldest than tz95 which camera would u recommend me to buy?
Look at it like this: the TZ95 has more pixels on the same size sensor, so every pixel gets less light input. Unless you need the longer 4K video recording time, I'd get the Sony.
@@emilholmgren Okay, thank u a lot! 🙏
Appreciate your review! Neither look good fully zoomed?
It wholly depends on 1) if you're using the intelligent/ClearImage zoom, where you add extra zoom by using the unused pixels in the sensor and 2) the situation. What I've noticed after the fact is that both seem to suffer a bit from both a bit of rolling shutter and also way too short shutter times when filming outside (with no possibility of adding an ND filter). Hence the jerky picture when panning while fully zoomed in. Not much to do about it, I guess. These are entry level cameras, after all. You CAN change the shutter speed, but if you go by the rule of using 1/60 when filming in 30 fps, the image becomes overly bright.
@@emilholmgren thank you for the inputs.
hello sir.I have panasonic tz90 and when you are in 4k mode you can zoom until 4200mm with digital zoom.Can you tell me sony hx99 how much can you rich with clear zoom and digital zoom together?Also you think sony have much better quality both in video and image from panasonic?thank you!
Not sure about those stats, but you can probably find them online.
I definitely think that video quality, video auto focus and stabilization (in most cases) is better on the Sony than the Panasonic.
@@emilholmgren thank you!
Which one takes better stills in low light???
Like I said in the video, it's mostly a toss-up. The Panasonic managed to get a fully zoomed-in low-light photo sharp that the Sony didn't, where all the other low-light photos were pretty much comparable.
Between those 2 camera's what is good for concert?
Like I answered someone earlier, the Panasonic never made it to any concerts, but check out my concert video channel for loads of concert clips filmed with the Sony!
www.youtube.com/@emilholmgrenconcerts
@@emilholmgren the sony can last 1r or 2r in concert
@@yolooswift3377 What are those r's supposed to mean?
@@emilholmgren the camera life lasted for how many hours while you're using that in recording a video
@@yolooswift3377 That, I don't know. I usually just film a few songs at each concert. You'd have to consult the official data sheet.
How is the sound for concert video's?
This was filmed at a really loud arena metal gig with the HX99. I never got as far as filming a gig with the Panasonic.
th-cam.com/video/4Cn7bU_vuwA/w-d-xo.html
Hi, can you compare sony hx99 vs canon sx740hs? Or lumix tz95 vs canon sx740hs
If I could get one cheap, I would have. I think there's a review comparing the two, I'll see if I can find it later.
@@emilholmgren i'll wait for it. For record on concert, who's the best? Sony hx99 or lumix tz95?
@@fimon0508 Here's the review I was talking about:
th-cam.com/video/zpBQXJR4ii0/w-d-xo.html
@@fimon0508 My TZ95 never made it to a concert, but I have tons of concert videos shot with the HX99 on one of my other channels:
youtube.com/@emilholmgrenconcerts
Hx99
My conclusion as well.
The recordings are unacceptable. Isn't there any manual settings ?
Not sure what you mean by "unacceptable". Sure, there are manual settings, but most people who buy a point-n-shoot want to do just that - point and shoot. That's why I tested the auto modes.
Panasonic
TZ95
Sony
HX99
Nikon
A1000
Which do you think is better？
I'm sorry, but I've never seen a Nikon A1000, let alone tried one.
Sony sounds better. Lumix better picture quality
I'd say Sony is better for both. As a general rule (having compared other cameras from the two brands), I think that Panasonic generally has more noise, more washed-out colours and worse contrast.
I've compared both their camcorders Sony FDR-AX53 and Panasonic HC-VXF1, and their bridge cameras Panasonic DC-FZ82 and Sony DSC-HX400V. Both comparisons gave me the same impressions.
Excelente comparación. Gracias.
De nada. That's the extent of my Spanish knowledge.
It’s 2023 and no point and shoot camera that has a telephoto lens has decent stabilisation for video. Both of these cameras have micro jitters that deem them unusable
I think it may be a result of the shutter speeds used. More motion blur might rectify it, don't you think? Sadly, you can't really put an ND filter on these cameras.
@@emilholmgren I think it’s a rolling shutter thing. I’ve tried quite a few cameras and they all do the same thing, maybe one day they will put a really fast chip in a point and shoot to remedy this. I’m in search of the perfect point and shoot camera which doesn’t exist! I have a rx100 vii which is a nice camera but only 200mm and stabe is average. I had a rx10iv which is a really good camera but at 600mm the stabe is awefull. I have a Panasonic vx1 handycam which has amazing stabe at 600mm but the image has too much contrast baked in and no pic profiles and AF is crap. If the vx1 had pic profiles and pdaf and better codecs it would be perfect for me. Still my search is on, maybe I should start a channel like camera conspiracies?
@@theinfinate Wouldn't rolling shutter infer judder being uneven over the frame, rather the entire frame juddering at the same time?
I can recommend the Sony FDR-AX53 over the Panasonic HC-VX1, I have both. Just like with the point-n-shoots, the Sony has better colour reproduction and autofocus. The Panasonic is lighter and slightly smaller.
@@emilholmgren thanks man good to know although I won't be buying the ax53 to get just a little bit better. I have spent way too much money on this hobby, I love using my a7siii with a 100-400mm gm lens but it is heavy. I want something that is always in my car that I can grab awesome footage straight up. im going to wait until Sony releases a new rx10 v I think. I want the 1 inch sensor but with decent stabe. I had the rx10 iv which was close to a perfect camera but the stabe was crap and I would have loved 10bit 4:2:2 like the a7siii to record in slog3
@@theinfinate I feel like using DSLRs for video just isn't very comfortable or smooth. I like a good camcorder, but they're a bit too big when they're 4K (so far).
Does the tz95 have better zoom?
It depends on what you put into "better". If you mean pure numbers, they both have 24mm wide and 720mm tele. For some reason, Panasonic list the TZ95 as having 30x and Sony list the HX99 as having 28x. Go figure. If you mean image quality, you'll have to subjectively look at the footage. I feel that colour reproduction, sharpness and detail are superior with the Sony.