Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony RX1

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic ZS1 versus Sony RX1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the ZS1 (10MP) and RX1 (24MP) and the ZS1 (1/2.5") and RX1 (Full frame) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The ZS1 was brought out 4 years prior to the RX1 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS1 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the ZS1 matches up vs the RX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS1 Gallery and Sony RX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS1 comes with outside measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Sony RX1 has specifications of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic ZS1 versus Sony RX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the ZS1 and the RX1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS1 and RX1 is 91 and 79 respectively.

Normally, its hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS1 and RX1.

As you can tell, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The ZS1 featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Sony RX1 will deliver extra detail having its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older ZS1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.