Panasonic ZS10 vs Sony WX1

On this page, we will be comparing the Panasonic ZS10 versus Sony WX1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the ZS10 (14MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the ZS10 (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The ZS10 was manufactured 18 months later than the WX1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera and the Sony WX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the ZS10 grades vs the WX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS10 Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS10 features outside measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Sony WX1 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS10 versus Sony WX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the ZS10 compared to the WX1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS10 and WX1 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing a spec sheet. The visual below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS10 and WX1.

Clearly, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The ZS10 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic ZS10 will produce more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern ZS10 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.