Panasonic ZS50 vs Sony A700

Below, we are evaluating the Panasonic ZS50 versus Sony A700, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZS50 (12MP) and the A700 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the ZS50 (1/2.3") and A700 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The ZS50 was released 7 years later than the A700 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS50 being a Compact camera and the Sony A700 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the ZS50 matches up against the A700 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A700. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS50 Gallery & Sony A700 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS50 enjoys exterior dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Sony A700 has specifications of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic ZS50 versus Sony A700 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the ZS50 versus the A700.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS50 and A700 is 90 and 58 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS50 and A700.

Clearly, both of those cameras posses the exact same MP but not the same sensor sizing. The ZS50 has the smaller sensor which will make achieving bokeh trickier. The fresher ZS50 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.