Panasonic ZR3 vs Sony WX50

Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic ZR3 versus Sony WX50, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZR3 (14MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is very close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZR3 was unveiled 24 months earlier than the WX50 making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the ZR3 matches up against the WX50 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZR3 Gallery and Sony WX50 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZR3 provides outer dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony WX50 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZR3 versus Sony WX50 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the ZR3 versus the WX50.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the ZR3 and WX50 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specifications. The pic here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ZR3 and WX50.

To sum up, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony WX50 to render greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged ZR3 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.