Panasonic ZS10 vs Sony H300
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Panasonic ZS10 vs Sony H300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-875mm (F3-5.9) lens
- 590g - 130 x 95 x 122mm
- Revealed February 2014
Panasonic ZS10 vs Sony H300 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Panasonic ZS10 and Sony H300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the ZS10 (14MP) and H300 (20MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe ZS10 was unveiled 4 years prior to the H300 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera and the Sony H300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short introduction of how the ZS10 scores vs the H300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic ZS10 vs Sony H300 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS10 Gallery and Sony H300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS10 over the Sony H300
ZS10 | H300 | |||
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Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony H300 over the Panasonic ZS10
H300 | ZS10 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | January 2011 | Fresher by 37 months |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS10 and Sony H300
ZS10 | H300 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurement | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS10 vs Sony H300 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS10 offers external 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 H300 has dimensions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") with a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic ZS10 and Sony H300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the ZS10 vs the H300.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS10 and H300 is 91 and 63 respectively.
Panasonic ZS10 vs Sony H300 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The visual here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS10 and H300.
Plainly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony H300 to produce more detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older ZS10 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic ZS10 vs Sony H300 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-01-25 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine FHD | Bionz(R) |
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 | 14MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | 25-875mm (35.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 201k dots |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 8.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 219g (0.48 pounds) | 590g (1.30 pounds) |
Dimensions | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 130 x 95 x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") |
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 | 350 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $350 | $249 |