Panasonic ZS10 vs Panasonic ZS70

Following is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic ZS10 and Panasonic ZS70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are manufactured by Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the ZS10 (14MP) and ZS70 (20MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS10 was released 7 years prior to the ZS70 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the ZS10 matches up against the ZS70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS10 Gallery and Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS10 provides external measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS70 has sizing of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the ZS10 against the ZS70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS10 and ZS70 is 91 and 87 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The picture here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS10 and ZS70.

To sum up, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS70 to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged ZS10 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.