Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic SZ5

Following is a in-depth overview of the Canon SX260 HS versus Panasonic SZ5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was launched very close to the SZ5 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SX260 HS matches up against the SZ5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX260 HS comes with exterior dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ5 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX260 HS versus Panasonic SZ5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX260 HS versus the SZ5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX260 HS and SZ5 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by reading specs. The image underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX260 HS and SZ5.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic SZ5 to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively.