Panasonic SZ8 vs Sony HX10V

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic SZ8 and Sony HX10V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the SZ8 (16MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ8 was announced 23 months later than the HX10V which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SZ8 grades against the HX10V for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic SZ8 Gallery & Sony HX10V Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ8 has exterior dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony HX10V has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic SZ8 and Sony HX10V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the SZ8 compared to the HX10V.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ8 and HX10V is 94 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through specs. The visual underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ8 and HX10V.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony HX10V to give greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent SZ8 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.