Canon SX270 HS vs Panasonic SZ7

Here, we will be matching up the Canon SX270 HS versus Panasonic SZ7, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was brought out 15 months later than the SZ7 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SX270 HS matches up against the SZ7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX270 HS provides physical dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ7 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX270 HS versus Panasonic SZ7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the SX270 HS against the SZ7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX270 HS and SZ7 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing specifications. The visual underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX270 HS and SZ7.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Panasonic SZ7 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The newer SX270 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.