Canon SX10 IS vs Panasonic FZ70

In this article, we will be comparing the Canon SX10 IS vs Panasonic FZ70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the SX10 IS (10MP) and FZ70 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX10 IS was introduced 5 years before the FZ70 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the SX10 IS scores against the FZ70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX10 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX10 IS Gallery & Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX10 IS provides external measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ70 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") and a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the SX10 IS and the FZ70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX10 IS and FZ70 is 65 and 63 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The pic below should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX10 IS and FZ70.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic FZ70 to provide greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged SX10 IS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.