Panasonic ZR3 vs Sony W610

Below, we will be comparing the Panasonic ZR3 vs Sony W610, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZR3 (14MP) and the W610 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZR3 was introduced 23 months prior to the W610 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the ZR3 scores against the W610 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZR3 Gallery & Sony W610 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic ZR3 has got physical dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony W610 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the ZR3 compared to the W610.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZR3 and W610 is 94 and 97 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements just by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZR3 and W610.

As you can see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures but you need to take the age of the products into consideration. The older ZR3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.