Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony HX10V

Lets take a closer look at the Panasonic 3D1 and Sony HX10V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the 3D1 (12MP) and HX10V (18MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 3D1 was launched 3 months earlier than the HX10V so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the 3D1 grades versus the HX10V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic 3D1 features outer measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony HX10V has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic 3D1 and Sony HX10V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the 3D1 and the HX10V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the 3D1 and HX10V is 93 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 3D1 and HX10V.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony HX10V to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively.