Panasonic SZ10 vs Panasonic SZ3

Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic SZ10 versus Panasonic SZ3, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the SZ10 (16MP) and the SZ3 (16MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ10 was brought out 2 years after the SZ3 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the SZ10 scores against the SZ3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ10 Gallery & Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic SZ10 comes with outside 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) whilst the Panasonic SZ3 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the SZ10 vs the SZ3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ10 and SZ3 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions only by viewing specifications. The image underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ10 and SZ3.

Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of files however you would want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer SZ10 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.