Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony NEX-F3

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Panasonic ZS45 and Sony NEX-F3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ZS45 (16MP) and the NEX-F3 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the ZS45 (1/2.3") and NEX-F3 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The ZS45 was manufactured 2 years later than the NEX-F3 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS45 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-F3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the ZS45 scores versus the NEX-F3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 and Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS45 Gallery and Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS45 enjoys physical dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-F3 has measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic ZS45 and Sony NEX-F3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the ZS45 vs the NEX-F3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS45 and NEX-F3 is 91 and 86 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS45 and NEX-F3.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit not the same sensor measurements. The ZS45 has got the tinier sensor which will make getting shallow DOF trickier. The more recent ZS45 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.