Panasonic S3 vs Sony HX400V

The following is a extended comparison of the Panasonic S3 and Sony HX400V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the S3 (14MP) and HX400V (20MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S3 was released 4 years earlier than the HX400V which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S3 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S3 grades against the HX400V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic S3 Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic S3 has got exterior 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) while the Sony HX400V has specifications of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic S3 and Sony HX400V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the S3 compared to the HX400V.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S3 and HX400V is 96 and 62 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S3 and HX400V.

Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony HX400V to produce more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged S3 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.