Panasonic SZ10 vs Sony HX30V
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Panasonic SZ10 vs Sony HX30V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 177g - 99 x 60 x 30mm
- Introduced January 2015
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 254g - 107 x 62 x 35mm
- Introduced February 2012
- Replaced the Sony HX20V
- Refreshed by Sony HX50V
Panasonic SZ10 vs Sony HX30V Overview
The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic SZ10 versus Sony HX30V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the SZ10 (16MP) and the HX30V (18MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe SZ10 was revealed 2 years after the HX30V which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SZ10 grades vs the HX30V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic SZ10 vs Sony HX30V Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ10 Gallery & Sony HX30V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ10 over the Sony HX30V
SZ10 | HX30V | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | February 2012 | Newer by 35 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Sony HX30V over the Panasonic SZ10
HX30V | SZ10 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display resolution | 922k | 460k | Sharper display (+462k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ10 and Sony HX30V
SZ10 | HX30V | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Panasonic SZ10 vs Sony HX30V Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ10 enjoys outside measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony HX30V has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic SZ10 versus Sony HX30V in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SZ10 and the HX30V.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ10 and HX30V is 93 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic SZ10 vs Sony HX30V Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching specs. The pic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ10 and HX30V.
All in all, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony HX30V to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The younger SZ10 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Panasonic SZ10 vs Sony HX30V Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2015-01-06 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-6.3 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.4 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | 7.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 177 grams (0.39 pounds) | 254 grams (0.56 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 60 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 107 x 62 x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 images | 320 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $200 | $420 |