Panasonic SZ1 vs Sony W730

Lets take a more detailed look at the Panasonic SZ1 versus Sony W730, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the SZ1 (16MP) and the W730 (16MP) is very similar and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ1 was announced 12 months prior to the W730 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SZ1 matches up vs the W730 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ1 Gallery and Sony W730 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ1 enjoys external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Sony W730 has dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

See the Panasonic SZ1 versus Sony W730 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the SZ1 and the W730.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ1 and W730 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The visual below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ1 and W730.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs but you need to take the release date of the products into consideration. The older SZ1 is going to be behind in sensor tech.