Panasonic ZR3 vs Sony WX30

Below is a complete overview of the Panasonic ZR3 and Sony WX30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZR3 (14MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZR3 was brought out 18 months prior to the WX30 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the ZR3 matches up vs the WX30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZR3 Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZR3 has outer dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony WX30 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the ZR3 and the WX30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the ZR3 and WX30 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out technical specs. The visual here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ZR3 and WX30.

As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Sony WX30 to provide greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively. The older ZR3 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.