Panasonic ZS100 vs Sony A330

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic ZS100 vs Sony A330, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the ZS100 (20MP) and A330 (10MP) and the ZS100 (1") and A330 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The ZS100 was released 6 years later than the A330 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A330 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the ZS100 matches up versus the A330 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A330. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS100 Gallery and Sony A330 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS100 features outside measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 312 grams (0.69 lbs) while the Sony A330 has specifications of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS100 vs Sony A330 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the ZS100 and the A330.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS100 and A330 is 87 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS100 and A330.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The ZS100 featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic ZS100 will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher ZS100 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.