Panasonic SZ8 vs Sony RX1

Here, we are contrasting the Panasonic SZ8 vs Sony RX1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the SZ8 (16MP) and RX1 (24MP) and the SZ8 (1/2.3") and RX1 (Full frame) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SZ8 was introduced 11 months later than the RX1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic SZ8 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SZ8 scores vs the RX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ8 Gallery and Sony RX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ8 provides physical dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony RX1 has proportions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Check the Panasonic SZ8 vs Sony RX1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SZ8 against the RX1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ8 and RX1 is 94 and 79 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through specs. The visual here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ8 and RX1.

All in all, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SZ8 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony RX1 will result in more detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SZ8 will have a benefit in sensor technology.