Panasonic ZS10 vs Sony HX30V

In this article, we will be looking at the Panasonic ZS10 versus Sony HX30V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the ZS10 (14MP) and HX30V (18MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS10 was revealed 13 months earlier than the HX30V which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the ZS10 scores versus the HX30V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS10 Gallery & Sony HX30V Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS10 offers external measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Sony HX30V has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS10 versus Sony HX30V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the ZS10 compared to the HX30V.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS10 and HX30V is 91 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out specifications. The visual below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS10 and HX30V.

Plainly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Sony HX30V to provide greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older ZS10 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.