Panasonic ZS100 vs Sony ZV-1

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic ZS100 and Sony ZV-1, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS100 (20MP) and the ZV-1 (20MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1").

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The ZS100 was unveiled 5 years prior to the ZV-1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the ZS100 matches up vs the ZV-1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 and Sony ZV-1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS100 Gallery and Sony ZV-1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS100 provides external dimensions 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 ZV-1 has sizing of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") and a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the ZS100 against the ZV-1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS100 and ZV-1 is 87 and 88 respectively.

Generally, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching technical specs. The picture here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS100 and ZV-1.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you will want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged ZS100 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.