Panasonic ZS100 vs Sony A900

Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic ZS100 versus Sony A900, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZS100 (20MP) and the A900 (25MP) is pretty well matched but the ZS100 (1") and A900 (Full frame) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The ZS100 was released 7 years after the A900 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Sony A900 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the ZS100 matches up versus the A900 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A900. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS100 Gallery & Sony A900 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS100 comes with exterior dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 312 grams (0.69 lbs) and the Sony A900 has specifications of 156mm x 117mm x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") with a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic ZS100 versus Sony A900 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the ZS100 and the A900.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the ZS100 and A900 is 87 and 54 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specifications. The pic here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS100 and A900.

To sum up, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The ZS100 featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony A900 will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher ZS100 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.