Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony W710

Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony W710, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the ZS1 (10MP) and W710 (16MP) and the ZS1 (1/2.5") and W710 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The ZS1 was unveiled 4 years prior to the W710 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the ZS1 scores vs the W710 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS1 Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS1 has got outer dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Sony W710 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony W710 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the ZS1 vs the W710.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS1 and W710 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The visual below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS1 and W710.

To sum up, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ZS1 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Sony W710 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older ZS1 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.