Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic SZ3

In this article, we will be evaluating the Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic SZ3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ-10 (14MP) and the SZ3 (16MP) is pretty close and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SZ-10 was revealed 23 months prior to the SZ3 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SZ-10 scores versus the SZ3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-10 Gallery and Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-10 features exterior measurements of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ3 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic SZ3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the SZ-10 against the SZ3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-10 and SZ3 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching specifications. The visual here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-10 and SZ3.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic SZ3 to render greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older SZ-10 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.