Panasonic SZ10 vs Sony WX300

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Panasonic SZ10 and Sony WX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the SZ10 (16MP) and the WX300 (18MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ10 was revealed 23 months after the WX300 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the SZ10 matches up against the WX300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The full galleries are available at Panasonic SZ10 Gallery & Sony WX300 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic SZ10 features exterior dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony WX300 has sizing of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic SZ10 and Sony WX300 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SZ10 vs the WX300.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ10 and WX300 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through technical specs. The picture below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ10 and WX300.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony WX300 to resolve more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger SZ10 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.