Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony WX9

On this page, we are contrasting the Panasonic ZS45 and Sony WX9, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZS45 (16MP) and the WX9 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The ZS45 was released 4 years after the WX9 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZS45 being a Compact camera and the Sony WX9 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the ZS45 grades versus the WX9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS45 Gallery and Sony WX9 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS45 enjoys outer dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony WX9 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Check the Panasonic ZS45 and Sony WX9 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the ZS45 compared to the WX9.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS45 and WX9 is 91 and 99 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at technical specs. The image here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS45 and WX9.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs though you should really factor the production date of the products into consideration. The younger ZS45 should have an edge in sensor tech.