Panasonic ZS5 vs Sony WX50

Lets examine more in depth at the Panasonic ZS5 versus Sony WX50, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the ZS5 (12MP) and WX50 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS5 was unveiled 19 months before the WX50 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the ZS5 grades versus the WX50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS5 Gallery and Sony WX50 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS5 offers external dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Sony WX50 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS5 versus Sony WX50 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the ZS5 vs the WX50.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS5 and WX50 is 92 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by checking out specs. The image here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS5 and WX50.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony WX50 to show extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged ZS5 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.