Panasonic ZS50 vs Sony WX5

Below is a in depth overview of the Panasonic ZS50 versus Sony WX5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZS50 (12MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is very similar and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS50 was announced 4 years later than the WX5 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a concise summary of how the ZS50 matches up vs the WX5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS50 Gallery and Sony WX5 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS50 offers outside dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sony WX5 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS50 versus Sony WX5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the ZS50 against the WX5.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS50 and WX5 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS50 and WX5.

As you can see, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures but you should take the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern ZS50 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.