Panasonic ZS10 vs Sony A450

Here is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic ZS10 and Sony A450, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS10 (14MP) and the A450 (14MP) is relatively close but the ZS10 (1/2.3") and A450 (APS-C) possess different sensor size.

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The ZS10 was unveiled 13 months later than the A450 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera and the Sony A450 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the ZS10 scores versus the A450 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A450. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS10 Gallery and Sony A450 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS10 has physical dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Sony A450 has sizing of 137mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") with a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic ZS10 and Sony A450 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the ZS10 against the A450.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS10 and A450 is 91 and 65 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The graphic below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS10 and A450.

As you have seen, each of the cameras posses the exact same resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The ZS10 contains the smaller sensor which will make getting shallower DOF trickier. The fresher ZS10 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.