Panasonic FZ1000 vs Sony RX100

Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic FZ1000 versus Sony RX100, one is a Large Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FZ1000 (20MP) and the RX100 (20MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1").

Photography Glossary

The FZ1000 was unveiled 22 months after the RX100 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony RX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FZ1000 matches up versus the RX100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery and Sony RX100 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ1000 has got outer dimensions of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") with a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs) while the Sony RX100 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FZ1000 versus Sony RX100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the FZ1000 versus the RX100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ1000 and RX100 is 55 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching a spec sheet. The picture below might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ1000 and RX100.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you should always consider the release date of the cameras into account. The younger FZ1000 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.