Canon D10 vs Panasonic ZS50
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Canon D10 vs Panasonic ZS50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 190g - 104 x 67 x 49mm
- Announced July 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 243g - 111 x 65 x 34mm
- Announced January 2015
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ70
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS45
- Later Model is Panasonic ZS60
Canon D10 vs Panasonic ZS50 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon D10 vs Panasonic ZS50, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the D10 (12MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Sony Japan Introduces 5G Transmitter for Alpha CamerasThe D10 was launched 6 years prior to the ZS50 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the D10 grades versus the ZS50 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon D10 vs Panasonic ZS50 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot D10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The complete galleries are provided at Canon D10 Gallery & Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon D10 over the Panasonic ZS50
D10 | ZS50 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS50 over the Canon D10
ZS50 | D10 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | July 2009 | Newer by 67 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 230k | Clearer screen (+810k dot) |
Common features in the Canon D10 and Panasonic ZS50
D10 | ZS50 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Canon D10 vs Panasonic ZS50 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon D10 enjoys physical dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS50 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).
Contrast the Canon D10 vs Panasonic ZS50 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the D10 versus the ZS50.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D10 and ZS50 is 89 and 90 respectively.
Canon D10 vs Panasonic ZS50 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through specs. The image here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D10 and ZS50.
All in all, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you have to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more aged D10 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon D10 vs Panasonic ZS50 Specifications
Canon PowerShot D10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot D10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ70 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-07-01 | 2015-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/5000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 6.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/30p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 190 grams (0.42 pounds) | 243 grams (0.54 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 67 x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") | 111 x 65 x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 44 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 138 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $299 | $350 |