Canon SX50 HS vs Panasonic ZS10

Following is a extended analysis of the Canon SX50 HS and Panasonic ZS10, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX50 HS (12MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX50 HS was brought out 2 years after the ZS10 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX50 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SX50 HS scores vs the ZS10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX50 HS Gallery and Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX50 HS enjoys exterior dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") along with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS10 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Check the Canon SX50 HS and Panasonic ZS10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SX50 HS versus the ZS10.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX50 HS and ZS10 is 65 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The picture here will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX50 HS and ZS10.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic ZS10 to offer you greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The younger SX50 HS will have an edge in sensor technology.