Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony QX1

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic ZS45 and Sony QX1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Lens-style by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZS45 (16MP) and the QX1 (20MP) is pretty close but the ZS45 (1/2.3") and QX1 (APS-C) offer different sensor measurements.

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The ZS45 was announced 5 months later than the QX1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZS45 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the ZS45 matches up against the QX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 and Sony Alpha QX1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS45 Gallery and Sony QX1 Gallery.