Panasonic ZS10 vs Sony S2100

The following is a extensive overview of the Panasonic ZS10 versus Sony S2100, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS10 (14MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS10 was brought out 13 months after the S2100 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the ZS10 scores against the S2100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS10 Gallery & Sony S2100 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS10 provides 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 S2100 has specifications of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS10 versus Sony S2100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the ZS10 and the S2100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS10 and S2100 is 91 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The pic here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS10 and S2100.

To sum up, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Panasonic ZS10 to produce more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The newer ZS10 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.