Panasonic SZ3 vs Samsung HZ10W

Lets examine more closely at the Panasonic SZ3 and Samsung HZ10W, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the SZ3 (16MP) and HZ10W (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ3 was announced 3 years later than the HZ10W and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the SZ3 scores against the HZ10W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 and Samsung HZ10W. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic SZ3 Gallery and Samsung HZ10W Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ3 comes with exterior dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Samsung HZ10W has proportions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic SZ3 and Samsung HZ10W in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the SZ3 compared to the HZ10W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ3 and HZ10W is 96 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by checking specs. The visual here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ3 and HZ10W.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic SZ3 to give you extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The younger SZ3 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.