Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony HX350

Below, we are evaluating the Panasonic ZS45 versus Sony HX350, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS45 (16MP) and the HX350 (20MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The ZS45 was announced 23 months before the HX350 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS45 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX350 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the ZS45 scores versus the HX350 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS45 Gallery & Sony HX350 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS45 offers outside dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony HX350 has measurements of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") having a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS45 versus Sony HX350 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the ZS45 against the HX350.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS45 and HX350 is 91 and 62 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS45 and HX350.

As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Sony HX350 to offer extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged ZS45 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.