Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony RX1R II

Here is a extended overview of the Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony RX1R II, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the ZS1 (10MP) and RX1R II (42MP) and the ZS1 (1/2.5") and RX1R II (Full frame) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The ZS1 was revealed 7 years before the RX1R II and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS1 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1R II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the ZS1 grades vs the RX1R II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS1 Gallery & Sony RX1R II Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS1 features exterior dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1R II has dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the ZS1 and the RX1R II.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS1 and RX1R II is 91 and 78 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The graphic here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS1 and RX1R II.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The ZS1 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Sony RX1R II will provide greater detail because of its extra 32MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The older ZS1 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.