Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic ZR1

Below is a thorough overview of the Canon SX260 HS and Panasonic ZR1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was brought out 2 years later than the ZR1 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SX260 HS grades versus the ZR1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX260 HS provides outer measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZR1 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the SX260 HS against the ZR1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX260 HS and ZR1 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at technical specs. The graphic here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX260 HS and ZR1.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of images however you might want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more recent SX260 HS is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.