Panasonic G10 vs Sony W510

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Panasonic G10 and Sony W510, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G10 (12MP) and the W510 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the G10 (Four Thirds) and W510 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The G10 was introduced 5 months before the W510 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the G10 matches up vs the W510 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic G10 Gallery & Sony W510 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G10 enjoys outside dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") along with a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Sony W510 has proportions of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the G10 and the W510.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G10 and W510 is 72 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at a spec sheet. The image here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the G10 and W510.

Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The G10 provides the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult.