Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony WX30

Here is a complete comparison of the Panasonic ZS1 vs Sony WX30, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the ZS1 (10MP) and WX30 (16MP) and the ZS1 (1/2.5") and WX30 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The ZS1 was announced 3 years prior to the WX30 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the ZS1 scores versus the WX30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS1 Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS1 comes with physical measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Sony WX30 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the ZS1 against the WX30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the ZS1 and WX30 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS1 and WX30.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ZS1 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh tougher and the Sony WX30 will give greater detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The older ZS1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.