Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic ZS35

The following is a thorough review of the Canon SX200 IS and Panasonic ZS35, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the SX200 IS (12MP) and ZS35 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was introduced 5 years prior to the ZS35 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SX200 IS scores vs the ZS35 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX200 IS Gallery & Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX200 IS comes with outer dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS35 has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the SX200 IS vs the ZS35.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX200 IS and ZS35 is 90 and 89 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specs. The picture underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX200 IS and ZS35.

All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic ZS35 to offer you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged SX200 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.