Panasonic FZ150 vs Sony WX300

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic FZ150 versus Sony WX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the FZ150 (12MP) and WX300 (18MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FZ150 was introduced 10 months prior to the WX300 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX300 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the FZ150 matches up against the WX300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery & Sony WX300 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ150 features external dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) whilst the Sony WX300 has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the FZ150 and the WX300.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ150 and WX300 is 67 and 94 respectively.

Often, its tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The visual here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ150 and WX300.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Sony WX300 to render greater detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The older FZ150 will be behind in sensor technology.