Panasonic ZS3 vs Sony S2000

Its time to take a closer look at the Panasonic ZS3 versus Sony S2000, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ZS3 (10MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is pretty close and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS3 was manufactured 7 months before the S2000 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the ZS3 matches up vs the S2000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS3 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS3 features exterior dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Sony S2000 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS3 versus Sony S2000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the ZS3 and the S2000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS3 and S2000 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing technical specs. The photograph here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS3 and S2000.

As you can tell, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you should always factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older ZS3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.