Panasonic S3 vs Sony HX10V

Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic S3 and Sony HX10V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the S3 (14MP) and HX10V (18MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S3 was announced 13 months earlier than the HX10V which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S3 matches up against the HX10V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic S3 Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S3 features outer measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Sony HX10V has dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic S3 and Sony HX10V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S3 versus the HX10V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S3 and HX10V is 96 and 91 respectively.

Often, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through a spec sheet. The visual here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S3 and HX10V.

As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony HX10V to give you extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older S3 is going to be behind in sensor technology.