Panasonic SZ1 vs Panasonic ZS50

Below is a extended assessment of the Panasonic SZ1 and Panasonic ZS50, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are produced by Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the SZ1 (16MP) and ZS50 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SZ1 was launched 4 years prior to the ZS50 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SZ1 matches up versus the ZS50 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ1 Gallery & Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ1 comes with exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS50 has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic SZ1 and Panasonic ZS50 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the SZ1 and the ZS50.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SZ1 and ZS50 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements merely by going over technical specs. The visual underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ1 and ZS50.

As you can tell, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic SZ1 to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older SZ1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.