Panasonic ZS30 vs Sony WX500

Below, we are contrasting the Panasonic ZS30 versus Sony WX500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS30 (18MP) and the WX500 (18MP) is fairly similar and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS30 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the WX500 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the ZS30 grades vs the WX500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS30 Gallery & Sony WX500 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS30 offers outer measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Sony WX500 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS30 versus Sony WX500 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the ZS30 vs the WX500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS30 and WX500 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Usually, its tough to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS30 and WX500.

All in all, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you can expect similar quality of images although you would want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The older ZS30 is going to be behind in sensor tech.