Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony WX80

Its time to examine more closely at the Panasonic ZS45 and Sony WX80, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS45 (16MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS45 was announced 2 years later than the WX80 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a short introduction of how the ZS45 grades versus the WX80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS45 Gallery & Sony WX80 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS45 enjoys outer dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony WX80 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the ZS45 against the WX80.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS45 and WX80 is 91 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS45 and WX80.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you can expect similar quality of pictures but you should always consider the age of the products into consideration. The more modern ZS45 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.