Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic FX78

Lets look more in depth at the Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic FX78, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the FX78 (12MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was released 13 months later than the FX78 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SX240 HS scores versus the FX78 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX240 HS Gallery & Panasonic FX78 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX240 HS offers exterior dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX78 has sizing of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX240 HS and the FX78.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX240 HS and FX78 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX240 HS and FX78.

As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of images though you have to take the age of the cameras into account. The younger SX240 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.