Canon SX170 IS vs Panasonic SZ8

Below, we will be contrasting the Canon SX170 IS vs Panasonic SZ8, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX170 IS (16MP) and the SZ8 (16MP) is relatively similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX170 IS was launched 4 months prior to the SZ8 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SX170 IS scores against the SZ8 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX170 IS Gallery and Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. 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 SZ8 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX170 IS vs Panasonic SZ8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the SX170 IS compared to the SZ8.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX170 IS and SZ8 is 88 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading technical specs. The visual below will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX170 IS and SZ8.

As you have seen, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of photos though you really should take the production date of the products into consideration.