Panasonic SZ10 vs Sony HX10V

The following is a detailed overview of the Panasonic SZ10 vs Sony HX10V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the SZ10 (16MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ10 was announced 2 years after the HX10V which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SZ10 grades vs the HX10V for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ10 Gallery & Sony HX10V Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ10 offers outside dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony HX10V has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ10 versus the HX10V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SZ10 and HX10V is 93 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ10 and HX10V.

Clearly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony HX10V to give greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern SZ10 provides an edge in sensor innovation.