Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic FX90

Here, we will be looking at the Canon SX240 HS and Panasonic FX90, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the FX90 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was announced 6 months after the FX90 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the SX240 HS grades against the FX90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX240 HS provides outside measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Panasonic FX90 has proportions of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SX240 HS versus the FX90.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX240 HS and FX90 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The image underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX240 HS and FX90.

All in all, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files but you should consider the release date of the products into consideration.