Panasonic XS1 vs Sony RX10 II

Lets look a little more closely at the Panasonic XS1 vs Sony RX10 II, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the XS1 (16MP) and the RX10 II (20MP) is fairly similar but the XS1 (1/2.3") and RX10 II (1") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The XS1 was released 3 years prior to the RX10 II which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic XS1 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX10 II being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the XS1 matches up vs the RX10 II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic XS1 Gallery & Sony RX10 II Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic XS1 has got physical measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") along with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Sony RX10 II has proportions of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") accompanied by a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic XS1 vs Sony RX10 II in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the XS1 versus the RX10 II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the XS1 and RX10 II is 97 and 58 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading specifications. The picture underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the XS1 and RX10 II.

To sum up, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The XS1 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more challenging and the Sony RX10 II will offer more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged XS1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.