Canon SX410 IS vs Panasonic ZS25

Here, we are analyzing the Canon SX410 IS vs Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the SX410 IS (20MP) and ZS25 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX410 IS was revealed 2 years after the ZS25 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the SX410 IS grades versus the ZS25 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX410 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX410 IS Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX410 IS has physical dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") and a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS25 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SX410 IS and the ZS25.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX410 IS and ZS25 is 80 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The pic here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX410 IS and ZS25.

To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon SX410 IS to offer more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SX410 IS is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.