Canon SX120 IS vs Panasonic FX700

In this article, we are matching up the Canon SX120 IS and Panasonic FX700, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX120 IS (10MP) and FX700 (14MP) and the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and FX700 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SX120 IS was unveiled 11 months before the FX700 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SX120 IS grades against the FX700 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX120 IS Gallery and Panasonic FX700 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX120 IS comes with external measurements of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) while the Panasonic FX700 has proportions of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

See the Canon SX120 IS and Panasonic FX700 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the SX120 IS against the FX700.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX120 IS and FX700 is 87 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX120 IS and FX700.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SX120 IS using its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Panasonic FX700 will provide extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged SX120 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.