Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic ZS5

Below is a complete analysis of the Canon SX200 IS versus Panasonic ZS5, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was announced 13 months prior to the ZS5 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SX200 IS matches up vs the ZS5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX200 IS provides exterior measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS5 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX200 IS versus Panasonic ZS5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the SX200 IS and the ZS5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX200 IS and ZS5 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Often, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching specifications. The photograph underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX200 IS and ZS5.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos but you really should take the release date of the cameras into account. The older SX200 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.