Canon N vs Panasonic ZS70

In this article, we are matching up the Canon N versus Panasonic ZS70, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the N (12MP) and ZS70 (20MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The N was introduced 5 years earlier than the ZS70 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the N grades vs the ZS70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot N & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The whole galleries are available at Canon N Gallery & Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon N enjoys external dimensions of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS70 has dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the N vs the ZS70.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the N and ZS70 is 93 and 87 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions purely by checking out technical specs. The image below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the N and ZS70.

As you have seen, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS70 to show more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged N will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.