Canon SX270 HS vs Panasonic SZ5

Here is a thorough assessment of the Canon SX270 HS versus Panasonic SZ5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was launched 9 months later than the SZ5 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the SX270 HS matches up against the SZ5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX270 HS has got physical measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ5 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the SX270 HS versus the SZ5.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX270 HS and SZ5 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Often, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX270 HS and SZ5.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic SZ5 to provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more modern SX270 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.