Panasonic FZ1000 vs Sony A330

Let's look more in depth at the Panasonic FZ1000 versus Sony A330, former is a Large Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the FZ1000 (20MP) and A330 (10MP) and the FZ1000 (1") and A330 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The FZ1000 was brought out 5 years after the A330 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A330 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FZ1000 scores against the A330 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A330. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery & Sony A330 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ1000 has got exterior measurements of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") and a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs) while the Sony A330 has specifications of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ1000 versus Sony A330 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the FZ1000 vs the A330.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ1000 and A330 is 55 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by seeing technical specs. The image here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ1000 and A330.

As you can tell, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FZ1000 due to its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Panasonic FZ1000 will produce extra detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern FZ1000 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.