Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony A99 II

Here is a extensive review of the Panasonic ZS1 versus Sony A99 II, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the ZS1 (10MP) and A99 II (42MP) and the ZS1 (1/2.5") and A99 II (Full frame) possess different sensor sizes.

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The ZS1 was announced 8 years prior to the A99 II and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS1 being a Compact camera and the Sony A99 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the ZS1 grades versus the A99 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 & Sony Alpha A99 II. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS1 Gallery & Sony A99 II Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS1 features exterior measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Sony A99 II has dimensions of 143mm x 104mm x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") along with a weight of 849 grams (1.87 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS1 versus Sony A99 II in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the ZS1 vs the A99 II.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS1 and A99 II is 91 and 57 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS1 and A99 II.

Clearly, both the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The ZS1 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony A99 II will deliver extra detail with its extra 32MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older ZS1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.