Panasonic ZS30 vs Sony WX70

Below is a detailed review of the Panasonic ZS30 versus Sony WX70, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZS30 (18MP) and the WX70 (16MP) is very close and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS30 was released 12 months later than the WX70 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the ZS30 matches up against the WX70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS30 Gallery & Sony WX70 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS30 comes with physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Sony WX70 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic ZS30 versus Sony WX70 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the ZS30 against the WX70.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS30 and WX70 is 92 and 97 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The visual below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS30 and WX70.

Plainly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS30 to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The newer ZS30 provides a benefit in sensor technology.