Canon SX170 IS vs Panasonic SZ3

Let's look more in depth at the Canon SX170 IS vs Panasonic SZ3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX170 IS (16MP) and the SZ3 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

The SX170 IS was introduced 8 months after the SZ3 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX170 IS grades versus the SZ3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX170 IS Gallery and Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX170 IS features outer measurements of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ3 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX170 IS vs Panasonic SZ3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the SX170 IS and the SZ3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX170 IS and SZ3 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The picture below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX170 IS and SZ3.

To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you may want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The newer SX170 IS will have an advantage in sensor technology.