Canon SX50 HS vs Panasonic SZ8

Here, we will be analyzing the Canon SX50 HS and Panasonic SZ8, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the SX50 HS (12MP) and SZ8 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX50 HS was released 11 months prior to the SZ8 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX50 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ8 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SX50 HS grades against the SZ8 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX50 HS Gallery and Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX50 HS offers physical dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ8 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SX50 HS against the SZ8.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX50 HS and SZ8 is 65 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking a spec sheet. The picture below may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX50 HS and SZ8.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic SZ8 to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX50 HS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.