Panasonic ZS45 vs Panasonic ZS70

On this page, we are comparing the Panasonic ZS45 and Panasonic ZS70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are built by Panasonic. The resolution of the ZS45 (16MP) and the ZS70 (20MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS45 was revealed 3 years earlier than the ZS70 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the ZS45 scores vs the ZS70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS45 Gallery and Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS45 enjoys external dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS70 has sizing of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

Check the Panasonic ZS45 and Panasonic ZS70 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the ZS45 versus the ZS70.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS45 and ZS70 is 91 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by checking a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS45 and ZS70.

Clearly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS70 to give you more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older ZS45 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.