Panasonic SZ8 vs Sony W730

The following is a in depth overview of the Panasonic SZ8 versus Sony W730, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the SZ8 (16MP) and the W730 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ8 was released 13 months after the W730 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SZ8 matches up against the W730 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ8 Gallery and Sony W730 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ8 features external measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony W730 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic SZ8 versus Sony W730 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SZ8 and the W730.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SZ8 and W730 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ8 and W730.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs though you should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher SZ8 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.