Panasonic ZS10 vs Sony HX400V

In this article, we will be analyzing the Panasonic ZS10 and Sony HX400V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the ZS10 (14MP) and HX400V (20MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS10 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the HX400V which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the ZS10 grades vs the HX400V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS10 Gallery & Sony HX400V Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS10 has outer 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) and the Sony HX400V has specifications of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS10 and Sony HX400V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the ZS10 compared to the HX400V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS10 and HX400V is 91 and 62 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out a spec sheet. The pic here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS10 and HX400V.

Clearly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony HX400V to show more detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged ZS10 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.