Panasonic ZS10 vs Sony NEX-3N

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic ZS10 versus Sony NEX-3N, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ZS10 (14MP) and the NEX-3N (16MP) is relatively close but the ZS10 (1/2.3") and NEX-3N (APS-C) boast different sensor measurements.

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The ZS10 was introduced 3 years earlier than the NEX-3N which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the ZS10 grades vs the NEX-3N in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 & Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS10 Gallery & Sony NEX-3N Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS10 has got physical measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Sony NEX-3N has measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the ZS10 vs the NEX-3N.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS10 and NEX-3N is 91 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through specs. The image here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS10 and NEX-3N.

All in all, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The ZS10 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Sony NEX-3N will result in greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged ZS10 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.