Panasonic SZ10 vs Sony H400

On this page, we are evaluating the Panasonic SZ10 and Sony H400, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the SZ10 (16MP) and the H400 (20MP) is very close and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ10 was manufactured 11 months after the H400 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic SZ10 being a Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the SZ10 matches up against the H400 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ10 Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic SZ10 has outer dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony H400 has measurements of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") having a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic SZ10 and Sony H400 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the SZ10 and the H400.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SZ10 and H400 is 93 and 62 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching specifications. The image here might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ10 and H400.

Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony H400 to render extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern SZ10 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.