Panasonic FZ300 vs Sony WX500

Here is a thorough analysis of the Panasonic FZ300 versus Sony WX500, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the FZ300 (12MP) and WX500 (18MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FZ300 was brought out 4 months later than the WX500 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX500 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the FZ300 matches up vs the WX500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ300 Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ300 comes with external measurements of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs) while the Sony WX500 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FZ300 versus Sony WX500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the FZ300 vs the WX500.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ300 and WX500 is 59 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The visual here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ300 and WX500.

As you have seen, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony WX500 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively.