Panasonic FZ100 vs Sony RX10 III

In this write-up, we are matching up the Panasonic FZ100 versus Sony RX10 III, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the FZ100 (14MP) and RX10 III (20MP) and the FZ100 (1/2.3") and RX10 III (1") use different sensor dimensions.

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The FZ100 was unveiled 6 years earlier than the RX10 III and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the FZ100 grades versus the RX10 III in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery & Sony RX10 III Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ100 has got exterior measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Sony RX10 III has specifications of 133mm x 94mm x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") accompanied by a weight of 1051 grams (2.32 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the FZ100 compared to the RX10 III.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ100 and RX10 III is 67 and 53 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by reading a spec sheet. The photograph here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ100 and RX10 III.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FZ100 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Sony RX10 III will deliver more detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older FZ100 is going to be behind in sensor technology.