Canon SX270 HS vs Panasonic F5

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Canon SX270 HS vs Panasonic F5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the F5 (14MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was announced 3 months later than the F5 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a brief view of how the SX270 HS scores versus the F5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Panasonic F5 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX270 HS offers exterior measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic F5 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the SX270 HS against the F5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX270 HS and F5 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The photograph here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX270 HS and F5.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic F5 to offer you extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively.