Panasonic ZR3 vs Sony W560

Here, we are looking at the Panasonic ZR3 vs Sony W560, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZR3 (14MP) and the W560 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZR3 was introduced 11 months before the W560 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZR3 being a Compact camera and the Sony W560 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the ZR3 scores versus the W560 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZR3 Gallery and Sony W560 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZR3 offers outside measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony W560 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic ZR3 vs Sony W560 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the ZR3 versus the W560.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the ZR3 and W560 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specifications. The picture underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ZR3 and W560.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos but you may want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged ZR3 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.