Panasonic GH3 vs Panasonic SZ10

Let's examine more closely at the Panasonic GH3 and Panasonic SZ10, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GH3 (16MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is pretty similar but the GH3 (Four Thirds) and SZ10 (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.

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The GH3 was launched 3 years prior to the SZ10 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GH3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic SZ10 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the GH3 grades versus the SZ10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GH3 Gallery & Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GH3 has got outside measurements of 133mm x 93mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.2") along with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ10 has measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the GH3 and the SZ10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the GH3 and SZ10 is 66 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the GH3 and SZ10.

To sum up, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit different sensor dimensions. The GH3 comes with the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallower DOF simpler. The more aged GH3 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.