Canon SX160 IS vs Panasonic ZS70

On this page, we are reviewing the Canon SX160 IS versus Panasonic ZS70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the ZS70 (20MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was introduced 4 years earlier than the ZS70 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX160 IS matches up vs the ZS70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX160 IS Gallery & Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX160 IS features external measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS70 has dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX160 IS versus the ZS70.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX160 IS and ZS70 is 86 and 87 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specifications. The image here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX160 IS and ZS70.

To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS70 to give you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged SX160 IS is going to be behind in sensor tech.