Panasonic XS1 vs Sony W730

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic XS1 and Sony W730, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the XS1 (16MP) and the W730 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The XS1 was manufactured around the same time to the W730 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the XS1 scores against the W730 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic XS1 Gallery and Sony W730 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic XS1 enjoys external dimensions 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 W730 has dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

See the Panasonic XS1 and Sony W730 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the XS1 versus the W730.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the XS1 and W730 is 97 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements purely by checking specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the XS1 and W730.

Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you should expect similar quality of images however you will need to consider the release date of the products into consideration.