Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic ZS70

Following is a in-depth review of the Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic ZS70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the SX240 HS (12MP) and ZS70 (20MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was brought out 6 years earlier than the ZS70 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SX240 HS matches up against the ZS70 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX240 HS has exterior measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS70 has specifications of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic ZS70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX240 HS versus the ZS70.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX240 HS and ZS70 is 91 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX240 HS and ZS70.

As you can see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS70 to resolve more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged SX240 HS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.