Canon SX30 IS vs Panasonic FZ200

Lets take a more detailed look at the Canon SX30 IS versus Panasonic FZ200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX30 IS (14MP) and the FZ200 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX30 IS was revealed 22 months prior to the FZ200 making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the SX30 IS scores versus the FZ200 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX30 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX30 IS Gallery and Panasonic FZ200 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX30 IS features exterior measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ200 has sizing of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") along with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

Check the Canon SX30 IS versus Panasonic FZ200 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SX30 IS against the FZ200.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX30 IS and FZ200 is 64 and 65 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specs. The picture here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX30 IS and FZ200.

All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Canon SX30 IS to give greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX30 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.