Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic FZ35

Its time to look more in depth at the Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic FZ35, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the FZ35 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was unveiled 20 months later than the FZ35 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX240 HS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX240 HS grades against the FZ35 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. The full galleries are available at Canon SX240 HS Gallery & Panasonic FZ35 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX240 HS features physical measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ35 has sizing of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX240 HS and the FZ35.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX240 HS and FZ35 is 91 and 72 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through specifications. The graphic here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX240 HS and FZ35.

Plainly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of images although you should consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer SX240 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.