Canon SX270 HS vs Panasonic ZR1

In this article, we are matching up the Canon SX270 HS and Panasonic ZR1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was brought out 3 years after the ZR1 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the SX270 HS matches up against the ZR1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX270 HS comes with outer dimensions 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 ZR1 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SX270 HS compared to the ZR1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX270 HS and ZR1 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out specifications. The image below will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX270 HS and ZR1.

To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP so you can expect comparable quality of files however you have to factor the age of the cameras into account. The younger SX270 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.