Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony T900

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic ZS45 versus Sony T900, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the ZS45 (16MP) and T900 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS45 was unveiled 5 years later than the T900 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS45 being a Compact camera and the Sony T900 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the ZS45 scores against the T900 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS45 Gallery and Sony T900 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS45 provides outer measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Sony T900 has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic ZS45 versus Sony T900 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the ZS45 versus the T900.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS45 and T900 is 91 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The graphic here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS45 and T900.

Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic ZS45 to show greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger ZS45 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.