Panasonic ZS3 vs Sony WX70
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS3/Panasonic-ZS3-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX70/Sony-WX70-front.jpg)
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Panasonic ZS3 vs Sony WX70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Announced May 2009
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ7
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 114g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Announced January 2012
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Panasonic ZS3 vs Sony WX70 Overview
In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Panasonic ZS3 vs Sony WX70, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the ZS3 (10MP) and WX70 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The ZS3 was announced 3 years before the WX70 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the ZS3 grades vs the WX70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Panasonic ZS3 vs Sony WX70 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS3 Gallery and Sony WX70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS3 over the Sony WX70
ZS3 | WX70 |
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Reasons to pick Sony WX70 over the Panasonic ZS3
WX70 | ZS3 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | May 2009 | Newer by 33 months |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+462k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS3 and Sony WX70
ZS3 | WX70 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS3 vs Sony WX70 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS3 has exterior dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Sony WX70 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic ZS3 vs Sony WX70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the ZS3 and the WX70.
![Panasonic ZS3 vs Sony WX70 size comparison Panasonic ZS3 vs Sony WX70 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS3-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX70-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS3 and WX70 is 91 and 97 respectively.
![Panasonic ZS3 vs Sony WX70 top view buttons comparison Panasonic ZS3 vs Sony WX70 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS3-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX70-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic ZS3 vs Sony WX70 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS3 and WX70.
As you can tell, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony WX70 to offer you extra detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged ZS3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Panasonic ZS3 vs Sony WX70 sensor size comparison Panasonic ZS3 vs Sony WX70 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS3-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX70-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic ZS3 vs Sony WX70 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic ZS3 vs Sony WX70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic ZS3 vs Sony WX70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS3-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-WX70-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic ZS3 vs Sony WX70 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70 |
Alternate name | Lumix DMC-TZ7 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-05-14 | 2012-01-30 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-4.9 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | XtraFine TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | AVCHD Lite | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 229 grams (0.50 lb) | 114 grams (0.25 lb) |
Dimensions | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 photographs |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $200 | $242 |