Panasonic FZ300 vs Sony RX10 III

Below, we are evaluating the Panasonic FZ300 vs Sony RX10 III, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the FZ300 (12MP) and RX10 III (20MP) and the FZ300 (1/2.3") and RX10 III (1") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The FZ300 was launched 8 months earlier than the RX10 III and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a short summary of how the FZ300 grades vs the RX10 III in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FZ300 Gallery and Sony RX10 III Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ300 enjoys physical dimensions of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs) whilst the Sony RX10 III has sizing of 133mm x 94mm x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") along with a weight of 1051 grams (2.32 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FZ300 vs Sony RX10 III in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the FZ300 against the RX10 III.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ300 and RX10 III is 59 and 53 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing technical specs. The picture here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ300 and RX10 III.

As you have seen, both of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FZ300 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Sony RX10 III will result in extra detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FZ300 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.