Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FX75

Below is a thorough review of the Canon SX260 HS and Panasonic FX75, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the FX75 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was revealed 2 years later than the FX75 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SX260 HS grades against the FX75 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Panasonic FX75 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX260 HS has physical dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX75 has sizing of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX260 HS and Panasonic FX75 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SX260 HS against the FX75.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX260 HS and FX75 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching specifications. The visual underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX260 HS and FX75.

Plainly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic FX75 to render extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The newer SX260 HS is going to have an edge in sensor tech.