Panasonic XS1 vs Panasonic ZS45

Following is a extended assessment of the Panasonic XS1 and Panasonic ZS45, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the XS1 (16MP) and the ZS45 (16MP) is very close and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The XS1 was manufactured 24 months prior to the ZS45 making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the XS1 grades against the ZS45 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic XS1 Gallery & Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic XS1 has got external dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") having a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS45 has proportions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the XS1 vs the ZS45.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the XS1 and ZS45 is 97 and 91 respectively.

Typically, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the XS1 and ZS45.

As you can see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you will want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged XS1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.