Panasonic ZS10 vs Sony RX10

Below, we are analyzing the Panasonic ZS10 and Sony RX10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the ZS10 (14MP) and RX10 (20MP) and the ZS10 (1/2.3") and RX10 (1") come with different sensor sizing.

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The ZS10 was brought out 4 years before the RX10 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX10 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the ZS10 grades against the RX10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS10 Gallery & Sony RX10 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS10 provides physical measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Sony RX10 has dimensions of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") having a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS10 and Sony RX10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the ZS10 against the RX10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS10 and RX10 is 91 and 58 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The visual underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS10 and RX10.

Plainly, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The ZS10 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony RX10 will deliver greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos much more aggressively. The older ZS10 is going to be behind in sensor tech.