Canon SX500 IS vs Panasonic FZ100

Below is a extensive overview of the Canon SX500 IS versus Panasonic FZ100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX500 IS (16MP) and the FZ100 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX500 IS was introduced 2 years later than the FZ100 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX500 IS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SX500 IS matches up against the FZ100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX500 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX500 IS Gallery and Panasonic FZ100 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX500 IS has external dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ100 has specifications of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX500 IS versus Panasonic FZ100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SX500 IS and the FZ100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX500 IS and FZ100 is 80 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX500 IS and FZ100.

As you can see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX500 IS to result in greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher SX500 IS should have an edge in sensor technology.