Panasonic ZS100 vs Sony RX1R II

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Panasonic ZS100 versus Sony RX1R II, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the ZS100 (20MP) and RX1R II (42MP) and the ZS100 (1") and RX1R II (Full frame) come with different sensor dimensions.

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The ZS100 was unveiled 3 months later than the RX1R II and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the ZS100 scores vs the RX1R II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS100 Gallery & Sony RX1R II Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS100 has got outer measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 312 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1R II has specifications of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the ZS100 and the RX1R II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the ZS100 and RX1R II is 87 and 78 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading through technical specs. The photograph here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS100 and RX1R II.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The ZS100 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony RX1R II will give you greater detail having an extra 22MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively.