Canon SX500 IS vs Panasonic 3D1

Let's examine more closely at the Canon SX500 IS and Panasonic 3D1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX500 IS (16MP) and 3D1 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX500 IS was announced 10 months later than the 3D1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SX500 IS grades versus the 3D1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX500 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX500 IS Gallery and Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX500 IS comes with exterior dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Panasonic 3D1 has dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX500 IS and Panasonic 3D1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the SX500 IS compared to the 3D1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX500 IS and 3D1 is 80 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through a spec sheet. The visual underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX500 IS and 3D1.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon SX500 IS to resolve greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The newer SX500 IS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.