Panasonic ZS10 vs Sony G3
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS10/Panasonic-ZS10-front.jpg)
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Panasonic ZS10 vs Sony G3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Released January 2011
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
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Panasonic ZS10 vs Sony G3 Overview
Here is a in depth overview of the Panasonic ZS10 and Sony G3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the ZS10 (14MP) and G3 (10MP) but they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The ZS10 was revealed 2 years later than the G3 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the ZS10 scores against the G3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Panasonic ZS10 vs Sony G3 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS10 Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS10 over the Sony G3
ZS10 | G3 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Panasonic ZS10
G3 | ZS10 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS10 and Sony G3
ZS10 | G3 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Panasonic ZS10 vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS10 offers physical measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Sony G3 has dimensions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic ZS10 and Sony G3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the ZS10 versus the G3.
![Panasonic ZS10 vs Sony G3 size comparison Panasonic ZS10 vs Sony G3 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS10-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-G3-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the ZS10 and G3 is 91 and 94 respectively.
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Panasonic ZS10 vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS10 and G3.
As you can see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic ZS10 to give greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent ZS10 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
![Panasonic ZS10 vs Sony G3 sensor size comparison Panasonic ZS10 vs Sony G3 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS10-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-G3-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic ZS10 vs Sony G3 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic ZS10 vs Sony G3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic ZS10 vs Sony G3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS10-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-G3-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic ZS10 vs Sony G3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-25 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 1s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 219 gr (0.48 lb) | 185 gr (0.41 lb) |
Dimensions | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 pictures | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $350 | $200 |