Panasonic SZ10 vs Sony WX80

Let's look more in depth at the Panasonic SZ10 versus Sony WX80, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the SZ10 (16MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ10 was launched 2 years later than the WX80 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SZ10 scores against the WX80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic SZ10 Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic SZ10 features exterior measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony WX80 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic SZ10 versus Sony WX80 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SZ10 compared to the WX80.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ10 and WX80 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements purely by going through technical specs. The graphic below might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ10 and WX80.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher SZ10 should have a benefit in sensor technology.