Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FZ35

Below is a extensive review of the Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FZ35, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the FZ35 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was introduced 13 months before the FZ35 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX200 IS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX200 IS grades against the FZ35 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Panasonic FZ35 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX200 IS has got external measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ35 has proportions of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FZ35 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the SX200 IS vs the FZ35.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX200 IS and FZ35 is 90 and 72 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by going through specs. The visual here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX200 IS and FZ35.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of files but you have to take the production date of the cameras into account. The older SX200 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.