Panasonic ZS70 vs Sony S930

Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic ZS70 versus Sony S930, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the ZS70 (20MP) and S930 (10MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS70 was released 8 years later than the S930 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the ZS70 matches up versus the S930 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZS70 Gallery and Sony S930 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS70 has got exterior dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs) and the Sony S930 has measurements of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic ZS70 versus Sony S930 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the ZS70 and the S930.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS70 and S930 is 87 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements just by checking specifications. The graphic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS70 and S930.

To sum up, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic ZS70 to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The younger ZS70 will have a benefit in sensor tech.