Canon SX400 IS vs Panasonic SZ1

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Canon SX400 IS and Panasonic SZ1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the SZ1 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX400 IS was manufactured 2 years later than the SZ1 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SX400 IS matches up vs the SZ1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX400 IS Gallery & Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX400 IS has got exterior measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ1 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX400 IS against the SZ1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX400 IS and SZ1 is 81 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX400 IS and SZ1.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of photographs however you would want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer SX400 IS is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.