Panasonic ZR3 vs Sony HX10V

Here, we will be matching up the Panasonic ZR3 vs Sony HX10V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the ZR3 (14MP) and HX10V (18MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZR3 was announced 3 years prior to the HX10V and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the ZR3 grades against the HX10V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZR3 Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZR3 enjoys physical dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony HX10V has dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic ZR3 vs Sony HX10V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the ZR3 against the HX10V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the ZR3 and HX10V is 94 and 91 respectively.

Generally, its hard to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing specs. The visual here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZR3 and HX10V.

All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony HX10V to provide you with greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older ZR3 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.