Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony WX500

Here, we are contrasting the Panasonic ZS45 and Sony WX500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ZS45 (16MP) and the WX500 (18MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS45 was launched 3 months before the WX500 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the ZS45 scores vs the WX500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZS45 Gallery and Sony WX500 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS45 offers exterior measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony WX500 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS45 and Sony WX500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the ZS45 versus the WX500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS45 and WX500 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements just by checking specs. The photograph here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS45 and WX500.

All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony WX500 to resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively.