Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic XS1

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic FZ70 versus Panasonic XS1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ70 (16MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is fairly similar and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FZ70 was introduced 7 months later than the XS1 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic XS1 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the FZ70 scores vs the XS1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ70 Gallery and Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ70 features physical dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") and a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) and the Panasonic XS1 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FZ70 versus Panasonic XS1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the FZ70 and the XS1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FZ70 and XS1 is 63 and 97 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ70 and XS1.

Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photos but you should take the production date of the products into consideration. The younger FZ70 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.