Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony W230

Here is a extensive assessment of the Panasonic ZS45 versus Sony W230, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the ZS45 (16MP) and W230 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS45 was released 5 years later than the W230 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the ZS45 grades versus the W230 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS45 Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS45 has got outside dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony W230 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the ZS45 and the W230.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS45 and W230 is 91 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS45 and W230.

As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic ZS45 to offer you more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger ZS45 should have an edge in sensor tech.