Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony W710
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS45/Panasonic-ZS45-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W710/Sony-W710-front.jpg)
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Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony W710 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 249g - 108 x 60 x 32mm
- Revealed January 2015
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ57
- Superseded the Panasonic ZS40
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS50
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 114g - 97 x 55 x 20mm
- Announced January 2013
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Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony W710 Overview
Here is a extensive comparison of the Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony W710, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS45 (16MP) and the W710 (16MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The ZS45 was manufactured 2 years later than the W710 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the ZS45 grades against the W710 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony W710 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS45 Gallery & Sony W710 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS45 over the Sony W710
ZS45 | W710 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2013 | Fresher by 25 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W710 over the Panasonic ZS45
W710 | ZS45 | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS45 and Sony W710
ZS45 | W710 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony W710 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS45 comes with external measurements 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 W710 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Check the Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony W710 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the ZS45 versus the W710.
![Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony W710 size comparison Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony W710 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS45-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W710-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS45 and W710 is 91 and 96 respectively.
![Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony W710 top view buttons comparison Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony W710 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS45-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W710-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony W710 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS45 and W710.
As you can tell, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photos however you may want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more modern ZS45 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony W710 sensor size comparison Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony W710 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS45-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W710-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony W710 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony W710 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony W710 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS45-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W710-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony W710 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-TZ57 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2015-01-06 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 21 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 2.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 249g (0.55 lb) | 114g (0.25 lb) |
Dimensions | 108 x 60 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 97 x 55 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | 240 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $300 | $90 |