Canon SX270 HS vs Panasonic ZS1

Lets look a little more closely at the Canon SX270 HS vs Panasonic ZS1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the ZS1 (10MP) is fairly similar but the SX270 HS (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") provide different sensor size.

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The SX270 HS was launched 3 years after the ZS1 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX270 HS grades vs the ZS1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX270 HS features outer measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS1 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX270 HS vs Panasonic ZS1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the SX270 HS vs the ZS1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX270 HS and ZS1 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by going over technical specs. The pic below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX270 HS and ZS1.

As you can tell, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SX270 HS due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Canon SX270 HS will offer more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger SX270 HS should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.