Panasonic SZ8 vs Sony W710

On this page, we are looking at the Panasonic SZ8 versus Sony W710, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the SZ8 (16MP) and the W710 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ8 was revealed 13 months after the W710 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SZ8 matches up vs the W710 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ8 Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic SZ8 offers 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 W710 has sizing of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SZ8 and the W710.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ8 and W710 is 94 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading through technical specs. The pic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ8 and W710.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs although you have to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern SZ8 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.