Panasonic S2 vs Panasonic SZ10

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic S2 vs Panasonic SZ10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the S2 (14MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S2 was unveiled 4 years prior to the SZ10 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S2 matches up versus the SZ10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic S2 Gallery and Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S2 has got outer measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ10 has proportions of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check the Panasonic S2 vs Panasonic SZ10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the S2 versus the SZ10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S2 and SZ10 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The photograph below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S2 and SZ10.

To sum up, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic SZ10 to show extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older S2 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.