Panasonic ZS100 vs Sony RX100

The following is a comprehensive overview of the Panasonic ZS100 and Sony RX100, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS100 (20MP) and the RX100 (20MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1").

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The ZS100 was manufactured 3 years after the RX100 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the ZS100 matches up versus the RX100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS100 Gallery and Sony RX100 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS100 provides outer dimensions 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 RX100 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Check the Panasonic ZS100 and Sony RX100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the ZS100 against the RX100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS100 and RX100 is 87 and 91 respectively.

Generally, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The picture underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS100 and RX100.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you should consider the production date of the cameras into account. The newer ZS100 provides an edge in sensor technology.