Panasonic ZS50 vs Sony RX100 V

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Panasonic ZS50 vs Sony RX100 V, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the ZS50 (12MP) and RX100 V (20MP) and the ZS50 (1/2.3") and RX100 V (1") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The ZS50 was revealed 21 months prior to the RX100 V making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS50 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 V being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the ZS50 matches up against the RX100 V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS50 Gallery and Sony RX100 V Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS50 has got external measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Sony RX100 V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS50 vs Sony RX100 V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the ZS50 against the RX100 V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS50 and RX100 V is 90 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by going through specifications. The photograph below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS50 and RX100 V.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The ZS50 using its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh harder and the Sony RX100 V will produce more detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older ZS50 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.