Panasonic ZS3 vs Sony RX1

Below is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic ZS3 versus Sony RX1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the ZS3 (10MP) and RX1 (24MP) and the ZS3 (1/2.3") and RX1 (Full frame) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The ZS3 was released 4 years before the RX1 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS3 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the ZS3 matches up versus the RX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS3 Gallery and Sony RX1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS3 has exterior dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Sony RX1 has dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS3 versus Sony RX1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the ZS3 vs the RX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS3 and RX1 is 91 and 79 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing specs. The visual underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS3 and RX1.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The ZS3 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony RX1 will offer more detail as a result of its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older ZS3 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.