Nikon S570 vs Panasonic SZ10

Let's examine more closely at the Nikon S570 vs Panasonic SZ10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the S570 (12MP) and SZ10 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S570 was brought out 6 years before the SZ10 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the S570 scores versus the SZ10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S570 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S570 Gallery and Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S570 features physical measurements of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ10 has measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S570 vs Panasonic SZ10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the S570 compared to the SZ10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S570 and SZ10 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by going over specs. The photograph underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S570 and SZ10.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic SZ10 to offer extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older S570 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.