Panasonic ZS35 vs Sony HX10V

On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic ZS35 and Sony HX10V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ZS35 (16MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS35 was launched 23 months later than the HX10V which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the ZS35 scores against the HX10V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS35 Gallery & Sony HX10V Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS35 has exterior measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Sony HX10V has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS35 and Sony HX10V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the ZS35 against the HX10V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS35 and HX10V is 89 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by viewing specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS35 and HX10V.

All in all, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony HX10V to render extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent ZS35 will have an advantage in sensor technology.