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Add to SafariWhen comparing Panasonic Lumix DMC FZ1000 vs Sony Cyber-Shot DSC RX10 III, the Slant community recommends Sony Cyber-Shot DSC RX10 III for most people. In the question“What are the best superzoom cameras?” Sony Cyber-Shot DSC RX10 III is ranked 5th while Panasonic Lumix DMC FZ1000 is ranked 6th.
Specs
Question Ranking
Pros
Pro Very good photo quality
This camera is known for its very good photo quality at this price range. It has an excellent color reproduction that is crisp, sharp, detailed and natural looking.
Pro Great value for money
Not very expensive yet very versatile camera that can hold on its own in comparison to newer and more expensive models. It is packed with the latest features, such as 4K video capability and a large, 1-inch 20-Megapixel sensor like those of the higher price range models.
Pro Has a very good optical image stabilization system
The FZ1000 handles stability correction pretty well, you can use this camera without a tripod even if you have hand tremors. Your pictures will turn out very clear and sharp.
Pro Turn on time is very fast
You can start taking pictures in just one second.
Pro Has very fast point to point autofocus
It takes just a couple of milliseconds for the auto focus to catch up with you.
Pro Photo quality is still very good even in low light conditions
When you find yourself in places such as poorly lit reception halls, darkened football fields and the like, your pictures will still turn out bright and won't lose too much background detail.
Pro Weather sealed body
Pro Has very high frame rates
You can capture 14 shots per second and film smooth slow motion videos.
Pro Pictures are very sharp
The 20.1 Megapixel sensor ensures that the pictures you take are very sharp.
Pro Powerful zoom
The RX10 III has 25x built-in optical zoom lens.
Pro Fast auto focus
You can capture images quickly.
Pro Great in low light conditions
Captures excellent pictures under low light conditions.
Pro Good battery life
You can take around 420 pictures per one full charge.
Cons
Con You cannot record videos when using HDMI output
You’ll have to settle with 3” LCD screen when recording a video.
Con No touch screen
You’ll have to rely on buttons and knobs only
Con No built-in Neutral Density (ND) Filters
ND filters helps tone down bright areas. You can use external filters by screwing them in front of the lens.
Con SD card and battery slot are at the bottom
It is takes a lot of work removing them when the camera is locked on a tripod.
Con You're not gonna get a full frame 4k videos/pictures
When on 4k mode, you'll lose that wide angle coverage because the camera crops them. So your pictures and videos will come out in a reduced size format.
Con No touch screen
You’ll have to rely on buttons and knobs only
Con Manually zooming the lens takes a lot of work
When moving the lens manually, you’ve got to turn it over and over again to get it to really move and it gets pretty tiring at the end of the day. You can, however, use the zoom lever but at the expense of battery life.
Con Limited LCD movement
Tilting LCD means it has a limited movement unlike other cameras where you can fully articulate their screens.
Con Not good for very bright areas
No built-in Neutral Density (ND) filters and you cannot attach one yourself.
Con Very heavy
Weighs over a kilo.
Con Expensive
Comes with a very hefty price tag.
