Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic FX75
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Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic FX75 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 224g - 106 x 61 x 33mm
- Launched February 2012
- Earlier Model is Canon SX230 HS
- Updated by Canon SX260 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 165g - 103 x 55 x 23mm
- Introduced June 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FX70

Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic FX75 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic FX75, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the FX75 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX240 HS was revealed 21 months after the FX75 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX240 HS scores versus the FX75 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic FX75 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Panasonic FX75 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX240 HS over the Panasonic FX75
SX240 HS | FX75 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | June 2010 | More modern by 21 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX75 over the Canon SX240 HS
FX75 | SX240 HS | |||
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Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX240 HS and Panasonic FX75
SX240 HS | FX75 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic FX75 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX240 HS comes with exterior measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Panasonic FX75 has sizing of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic FX75 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the SX240 HS and the FX75.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX240 HS and FX75 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic FX75 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by looking at specs. The image here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX240 HS and FX75.
All in all, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic FX75 to resolve more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The newer SX240 HS should have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic FX75 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic FX75 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX240 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX240 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FX70 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2010-06-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 5 | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/2.2-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 7.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 224 gr (0.49 lbs) | 165 gr (0.36 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 61 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 103 x 55 x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $0 | $139 |