Canon SX400 IS vs Panasonic LF1

Following is a extensive assessment of the Canon SX400 IS vs Panasonic LF1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the SX400 IS (16MP) and LF1 (12MP) and the SX400 IS (1/2.3") and LF1 (1/1.7") posses different sensor sizes.

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The SX400 IS was introduced 9 months after the LF1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX400 IS matches up versus the LF1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Panasonic LF1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX400 IS provides outer dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") along with a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) while the Panasonic LF1 has dimensions of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX400 IS vs Panasonic LF1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the SX400 IS and the LF1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX400 IS and LF1 is 81 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking specs. The pic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX400 IS and LF1.

All in all, both of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SX400 IS having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Canon SX400 IS will resolve more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer SX400 IS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.