Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic ZS3

The following is a complete analysis of the Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic ZS3, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the SZ-10 (14MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-10 was unveiled 22 months after the ZS3 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the SZ-10 matches up vs the ZS3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-10 Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-10 enjoys outer measurements of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS3 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SZ-10 vs Panasonic ZS3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SZ-10 and the ZS3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-10 and ZS3 is 90 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions purely by going over technical specs. The picture below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-10 and ZS3.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Olympus SZ-10 to offer you extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively. The more modern SZ-10 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.