Panasonic SZ1 vs Panasonic ZS45

The following is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic SZ1 vs Panasonic ZS45, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the SZ1 (16MP) and the ZS45 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ1 was announced 4 years before the ZS45 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SZ1 grades against the ZS45 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ1 Gallery & Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ1 comes with exterior dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS45 has proportions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic SZ1 vs Panasonic ZS45 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SZ1 compared to the ZS45.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ1 and ZS45 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out specifications. The pic here might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ1 and ZS45.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you can expect comparable quality of files but you would want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged SZ1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.