Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony HX200V

The following is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony HX200V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ZS45 (16MP) and the HX200V (18MP) is relatively similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS45 was launched 2 years after the HX200V which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS45 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the ZS45 grades versus the HX200V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS45 Gallery & Sony HX200V Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS45 has external 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 HX200V has sizing of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") along with a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the ZS45 versus the HX200V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS45 and HX200V is 91 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over a spec sheet. The picture below may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS45 and HX200V.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony HX200V to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The fresher ZS45 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.