Panasonic ZS70 vs Sony RX1

Here is a detailed review of the Panasonic ZS70 versus Sony RX1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZS70 (20MP) and the RX1 (24MP) is very well matched but the ZS70 (1/2.3") and RX1 (Full frame) come with different sensor sizing.

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The ZS70 was manufactured 4 years later than the RX1 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS70 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the ZS70 scores versus the RX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS70 Gallery & Sony RX1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS70 features exterior dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs) while the Sony RX1 has measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic ZS70 versus Sony RX1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the ZS70 compared to the RX1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the ZS70 and RX1 is 87 and 79 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking specs. The photograph here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS70 and RX1.

All in all, the two cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The ZS70 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Sony RX1 will give you greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The fresher ZS70 provides an advantage in sensor technology.