Panasonic FZ70 vs Sony RX10 II

Here, we are evaluating the Panasonic FZ70 versus Sony RX10 II, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FZ70 (16MP) and the RX10 II (20MP) is fairly well matched but the FZ70 (1/2.3") and RX10 II (1") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The FZ70 was unveiled 23 months prior to the RX10 II making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the FZ70 matches up versus the RX10 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FZ70 Gallery and Sony RX10 II Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ70 features outside measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") along with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) and the Sony RX10 II has sizing of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") and a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ70 versus Sony RX10 II in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the FZ70 vs the RX10 II.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ70 and RX10 II is 63 and 58 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by checking technical specs. The photograph underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ70 and RX10 II.

As you can tell, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FZ70 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Sony RX10 II will give more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older FZ70 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.