Panasonic ZS10 vs Sony H300

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").

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.