Panasonic G10 vs Panasonic SZ10

Here is a in depth review of the Panasonic G10 vs Panasonic SZ10, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are manufactured by Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the G10 (12MP) and SZ10 (16MP) and the G10 (Four Thirds) and SZ10 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The G10 was launched 5 years prior to the SZ10 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic SZ10 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the G10 grades vs the SZ10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G10 features external measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") having a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ10 has measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the G10 compared to the SZ10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G10 and SZ10 is 72 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The visual here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the G10 and SZ10.

Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G10 featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic SZ10 will produce extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The older G10 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.