Panasonic SZ3 vs Panasonic ZS10

Lets take a deeper look at the Panasonic SZ3 vs Panasonic ZS10, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ3 (16MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ3 was launched 24 months after the ZS10 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SZ3 scores against the ZS10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ3 Gallery and Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ3 enjoys physical dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS10 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic SZ3 vs Panasonic ZS10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the SZ3 versus the ZS10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SZ3 and ZS10 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The image underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ3 and ZS10.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic SZ3 to give extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SZ3 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.