I did a lot of reading/specification research before buying my Panasonic TZ100. Sony had a better IQ [image quality] while using the same 1" sensor, but less zoom to the lens. I chose to take the longer zoom. While the typical small sensor "P&S" cameras are OK, the 1" sensor is 4x the surface area. Capturing 20MP on a small sensor is not equal to 20MP captured on a large 1" sensor.

While people use the word Cheap=Point&Shoot=inferior... P&S photos, especially with 1" sensors - taken photos are superior to the DSLR photos not taken while the DSLR is in the closet, too bulky and heavy to live with 24/7.

I paid the $150 referb price for the SX50... [Canon recalled them based on the rubber eye piece] I still use the SX50 but rarely ... it is a great camera taking photos better than it should with that little sensor but will not fit in a pocket.

I am happy with my Panasonic TZ100 purchase; wow is there a lot of special things the camera will do that I did not expect. Versatility complicates life a bit, but that is what the aftermarket books are all about. The stills from video are only 8MP, but with Photozoom one can jack up the resolution just fine. The 30f/s capture action like batting a ball or a cheerleader suspended in air. The TZ100 is filled with tricks.

At that time the Sony had not come down in price based on intro of a new model. My Panasonic TZ100 was just under $500 new having been superseded by the TZ[zs]200. Be aware that Trump's 25% import Tax (Tariff) signed this Friday will add 25% to camera Prices so do not debate the purchase too long. I just bought a $400 washer for that reason, saved perhaps $100 when the Tax hits the market place. A $500 camera will be $600+. " ... articles of subheading 8525.60; digital still image cameras are included in the 25% Tax signing.