Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic FZ70
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Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic FZ70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 220g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Released June 2010
- Succeeded the Canon SX200 IS
- Successor is Canon SX230 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 20-1200mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 606g - 130 x 97 x 118mm
- Revealed July 2013
Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic FZ70 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic FZ70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the FZ70 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SX210 IS was launched 4 years before the FZ70 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX210 IS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SX210 IS scores versus the FZ70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic FZ70 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX210 IS Gallery & Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX210 IS over the Panasonic FZ70
SX210 IS | FZ70 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ70 over the Canon SX210 IS
FZ70 | SX210 IS | |||
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Revealed | July 2013 | June 2010 | More modern by 37 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX210 IS and Panasonic FZ70
SX210 IS | FZ70 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen size | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic FZ70 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX210 IS has exterior dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ70 has specifications of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") having a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic FZ70 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the SX210 IS compared to the FZ70.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX210 IS and FZ70 is 90 and 63 respectively.
Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic FZ70 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out technical specs. The pic here will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX210 IS and FZ70.
As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic FZ70 to show extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged SX210 IS will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic FZ70 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-06-16 | 2013-07-18 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 20-1200mm (60.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Screen LCD Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 202 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 13.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (50i/60i, 25p/30p), 1280 x 720p (50p/60p or 25p/30p), 640 x 480 (25p/30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 220 gr (0.49 lb) | 606 gr (1.34 lb) |
Dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 130 x 97 x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 41 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 19.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 171 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 400 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $226 | $300 |