Sony DSC-WX300/W 18 MP Digital Camera
Score: 82/100
Panasonic DC-ZS99K
Score: 95/100Rankings
The Panasonic LUMIX ZS99 is a travel-focused point-and-shoot with a massive 30× zoom, 4K video, and a flip-up touchscreen, packaged in a compact body. While its sensor is small and battery life modest, it offers strong stabilization and modern connectivity.
The Sony WX300 delivers a powerful 20× optical zoom and Wi-Fi in a pocket-sized body, making it a solid travel companion for daylight shooting. Its small sensor, however, hampers low-light capability and the camera is now discontinued.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
18.2 MP | 20.3 MPbest | |
0.435 inchesbest | 0.43 inches | |
20 x | 30 xbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 3.5 f | 3.3 fbest |
12,800 ISObest | 6,400 ISO | |
1,080 pbest | — | |
10 fpsbest | — | |
500 shotsbest | 280 shots |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Image Quality(5) | ||
Megapixels (MP) | 18.2 MP | 20.3 MP |
Sensor Size (inches) | 1/2.3 inches | 0.43 inches |
Optical Zoom (x) | 20 x | 30 x |
Maximum Aperture (f) | 3.5 f | 3.3 f |
Maximum ISO (ISO) | 12800 ISO | 6400 ISO |
Video(1) | ||
Video Resolution (p) | 1080 p | 3840x2160 p |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Life (shots) (shots) | 500 shots | 280 shots |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 166 g | 322 g |
Display(1) | ||
Screen Resolution (dots) | 460800 dots | 1843200 dots |
Connectivity(1) | ||
USB Port Type | Micro USB | USB-C |
Features(1) | ||
Autofocus System | Multi‑Point AF | 49-area |
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Professional reviewers praised the WX300 for its impressive zoom range, Wi-Fi functionality and compact size, but noted the tiny 1/2.3-type sensor hampers image quality in low-light and at high ISO settings.
Historical users appreciated the portability and zoom, while many expressed disappointment with noise and softness in dim environments.
“Perfect for travel-fits in my pocket and zooms in on distant landmarks”
“Love the flip screen for selfies and vlogging”
“4K video is smooth and the stabilization works well”
Professional reviewers praise the ZS99 for its unrivaled 30× zoom, pocketable form factor, versatile 4K video and photo capabilities, but criticize the small sensor and lack of a viewfinder.
Users love the travel friendliness, flip-up screen and smooth 4K video, yet complain about soft images at full zoom, no viewfinder, and quick battery drain with Wi-Fi active.
