Panasonic ZS70 vs Samsung HZ10W

Let's look a little more in depth at the Panasonic ZS70 and Samsung HZ10W, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the ZS70 (20MP) and HZ10W (10MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS70 was unveiled 8 years after the HZ10W which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the ZS70 grades against the HZ10W for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 and Samsung HZ10W. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS70 Gallery and Samsung HZ10W Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS70 has physical measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs) and the Samsung HZ10W has measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS70 and Samsung HZ10W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the ZS70 against the HZ10W.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS70 and HZ10W is 87 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specifications. The picture below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS70 and HZ10W.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS70 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger ZS70 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.