Panasonic ZR3 vs Sony S950

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic ZR3 versus Sony S950, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the ZR3 (14MP) and S950 (10MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZR3 was revealed 12 months later than the S950 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the ZR3 grades against the S950 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZR3 Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZR3 comes with external measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony S950 has sizing of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZR3 versus Sony S950 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the ZR3 compared to the S950.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ZR3 and S950 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements merely by looking through technical specs. The graphic below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZR3 and S950.

As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZR3 to render more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent ZR3 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.