Panasonic S5 vs Sony HX10V

In this article, we will be contrasting the Panasonic S5 versus Sony HX10V, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the S5 (24MP) and HX10V (18MP) and the S5 (Full frame) and HX10V (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The S5 was unveiled 8 years later than the HX10V and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX10V being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the S5 scores versus the HX10V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic S5 Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S5 has exterior measurements of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) whilst the Sony HX10V has dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic S5 versus Sony HX10V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the S5 compared to the HX10V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S5 and HX10V is 60 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The visual below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S5 and HX10V.

All in all, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S5 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic S5 will show extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The fresher S5 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.