Panasonic G10 vs Sony W530

The following is a extended review of the Panasonic G10 vs Sony W530, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G10 (12MP) and the W530 (14MP) is relatively similar but the G10 (Four Thirds) and W530 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The G10 was manufactured 5 months prior to the W530 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W530 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the G10 grades against the W530 in relation 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-W530. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic G10 Gallery & Sony W530 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic G10 features outside measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Sony W530 has sizing of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic G10 vs Sony W530 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the G10 vs the W530.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G10 and W530 is 72 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing technical specs. The image below might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G10 and W530.

As you can tell, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G10 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony W530 will offer you more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots much more aggressively.